Comparison
Offshore team vs in-house
The same work, two very different cost structures. Here’s the honest breakdown.
An offshore team through dpoint costs roughly 80 to 90% less than an equivalent in-house US hire, starts in about two weeks versus 6-12, and includes management, payroll and replacement. The trade-off is a few hours of time-zone overlap instead of full and managing outcomes through an account lead.
| dpoint offshore team | In-house US hire | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost (mid-level) | ~$800-$1,600 | ~$6,000-$10,000 loaded |
| Time to hire | ~2 weeks | 6-12 weeks |
| Recruiting fees | None | 15-25% of salary |
| Management overhead | dpoint account lead | Your managers |
| Scale up / down | Fast, flexible | Slow; hiring & layoffs |
| Benefits, payroll, equipment | Handled by dpoint | Your responsibility |
| Replacement if they leave | Guaranteed, no cost | Re-hire from scratch |
| Time-zone overlap | 4-6 hrs with US hours | Full |
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FAQ
Common questions
Is an offshore team really cheaper than hiring in-house?
Yes, typically 80 to 90% cheaper per role. A fully-loaded mid-level US hire runs $6,000-$10,000/month; the equivalent dpoint seat is roughly $800-$1,600, with no recruiting fees and management included.
What do I give up versus in-house?
A few hours of daily time-zone overlap instead of full, and you manage outcomes through an account lead rather than sitting next to the person. In exchange you get speed, flexibility and a much lower cost. For most marketing, design, content and dev work, the trade is easily worth it.
Can offshore teams match in-house quality?
For the roles we staff, yes. The cost difference reflects local economics, not skill. You review samples and trial people before committing, so you confirm quality up front.
Tell us the roles. We'll build the team.
A short intro call, a written plan, and shortlisted people in days, not months. No retainer to find out if we’re a fit.