AI receptionist cost calculator
Enter four numbers. Get your annual revenue leak from missed calls, projected savings with a 24/7 AI agent, and your estimated ROI multiple.
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How the AI receptionist savings calculator works
Step 1 — Missed calls per year: calls/month × missed% × 12
Step 2 — Annual revenue leak: missed calls/year × conversion rate × avg customer value
Step 3 — Recoverable revenue: revenue leak × 80% capture rate. The model assumes a 24/7 agent captures 80% of previously missed calls. That is an assumption, not a measurement — we have not published capture-rate data.
Step 4 — Net annual savings: recoverable revenue − $11,964 (Growth plan, $997/mo × 12)
Step 5 — ROI multiple: recoverable revenue ÷ annual plan cost
Results vary by industry and call flow. See industry benchmarks below — or book a demo for a model built on your actual call data.
What the model produces, by industry
Starting points for the calculator above — the output of this page's model applied to each industry's typical customer value, not results we have measured. Your own numbers are the ones that matter.
| Industry | Typical miss rate | Avg customer value | Modelled ROI range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental practices | 35–50% | $2,000–$4,000 | 8–20× |
| Law firms | 30–45% | $3,000–$15,000 | 10–30× |
| Real estate | 25–40% | $8,000–$20,000 | 12–30× |
| Restaurants | 40–60% | $50–$200 | 3–8× |
| Trucking / logistics | 20–35% | $5,000–$25,000 | 8–20× |
Modelled ranges, not measured outcomes — WildRun has published no client results. Each row applies this calculator's assumptions to that industry's typical customer value. Put your own numbers in above.
AI receptionist cost calculator — common questions
How do I calculate the cost of an AI receptionist?
AI receptionist cost = monthly plan fee + per-minute overage (if any). WildRun AI charges $497–$1,997/month flat with no per-minute fees. To calculate ROI, divide annual recovered revenue (missed calls × capture rate × conversion rate × customer value) by annual cost. The calculator on this page runs that arithmetic with your own numbers.
What percentage of small business calls go unanswered?
Industry studies put the average missed-call rate at 27–62% for small businesses without a dedicated receptionist. After-hours gaps account for roughly half: dental practices miss 40–55% of calls placed before 8 am and after 5 pm. Legal intake misses 30–45% of calls during lunch and on weekends.
What is the average value of a missed call for a dental practice?
A new dental patient is worth $2,000–$4,000 over a three-year relationship. At a 35% miss rate on 300 calls/month and a 25% conversion rate, a dental practice leaks $63,000–$126,000 in lifetime value annually — before accounting for referrals from lost patients.
How much does an AI receptionist save per year?
That depends entirely on your call volume and what a customer is worth to you — this is a model, not a measured outcome. Worked through the calculator defaults (300 calls/month, 35% miss rate, 30% conversion, $650 average value) and its assumed 80% capture rate, the arithmetic gives roughly $24,570 recovered against $11,964 in annual Growth-plan fees — a net of about $12,606, or a 2× return. Higher customer values move that figure sharply; put your own numbers in.
Is an AI receptionist cost calculator accurate?
The calculator gives a directionally correct estimate, not a guarantee. Real results depend on your specific call flow, industry, and how aggressively the AI is trained. The model assumes an 80% capture rate and uses your actual conversion rate. Book a demo for a business-specific model built on your actual call data.
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