In the United States, surrogate mothers typically earn between $45,000 and $85,000 per surrogacy journey, with the exact amount depending on factors such as experience, location, and individual circumstances
- First-time surrogates usually receive base compensation ranging from about $35,000 to $50,000 , with total compensation including benefits and reimbursements often reaching $55,000 to $65,000+
- Experienced surrogates or those in high-demand states like California can earn significantly more, with total compensation packages sometimes exceeding $90,000 to $110,000
- Additional payments may be made for carrying multiples (twins, triplets), cesarean sections, lost wages, travel, childcare, maternity clothing, and other related expenses
Surrogate pay is typically distributed throughout the surrogacy process, starting with advances for contract signing and medical screenings, continuing monthly during pregnancy, and including post-delivery payments
. Overall, the compensation package includes base pay plus a variety of benefits and reimbursements tailored to the surrogate’s needs, making the total financial compensation often higher than the base amount alone
