How much do surrogates get paid?
Compensation for gestational surrogates varies based on whether you've been a surrogate before, whether or not you have insurance coverage, which state you live in, and other factors.
Total compensation consists of your base fee + additional fees that can vary based on the course of your pregnancy and the terms negotiated in your contract (your Carrier Agreement). Surrogates get paid up to $50,000 in compensation, including the base fee and the additional fees.
The Base Fee
In general, surrogate applicants can expect the following base fees:
$30,000 for first-time surrogates from CA, CT, MA, ME, RI, or VT
$30,000 for first-time surrogates from other states, with approved insurance coverage
$25,000 for first-time surrogates from other states, without approved insurance coverage
Experienced surrogates typically receive an additional $5,000 over their previous base fee (assuming their insurance status hasn't changed since their last surrogacy journey)
Keep in mind, final base fees are subject to negotiation and are outlined in your Carrier Agreement.