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. A 24/7 AI agent typically recovers 85–92% of previously missed calls; we use 80% to stay conservative.
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.
Typical AI receptionist ROI by industry
Use these as starting points for the calculator above. Your actual numbers will vary — but this gives you a directional range.
| Industry | Typical miss rate | Avg customer value | Typical 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× |
Based on WildRun AI client data and published industry studies. Individual results vary.
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. Most WildRun clients see a 5–15× return in year one.
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?
A typical WildRun AI client on the Growth plan ($997/month) recovers 80% of previously missed calls. At the calculator defaults (300 calls/month, 35% miss rate, 30% conversion, $650 avg value), that's roughly $24,570 recovered minus $11,964 in annual fees — a net saving of $12,606/year, or about a 2× ROI. Dental and legal practices with higher customer values routinely see 8–20× returns.
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 uses an 80% capture rate (conservative vs. observed 85–92%) and your actual conversion rate. Book a demo for a business-specific model built on your actual call data.