Comparing the cost of full-time HR vs a Fractional HR Provid

HR providers come in all shapes and titles (HR Assistant, Business Partner, Manager, Generalist, HR consultant, even Chief HR Officer). Many professionals also specialize in just one area, like benefits, compliance, or hiring.
For a small business, it can be overwhelming to figure out which title, level, or experience actually fits your needs.
That’s where Iowa Fractional Human Resources steps in. Instead of hiring someone narrowly focused or trying to guess which HR title solves your problem, you get an experienced generalist who can flex across all areas of HR.
From compliance, hiring, policies, employee relations, and more - we provide flexible, practical support that adapts as your business grows right here in Des Moines.

Hiring and keeping full-time employees is expensive. Between salary, benefits (medical, dental, and vision), payroll taxes, training, office space, and equipment, you’re easily looking at $100,000+ per year - and that’s for a mid-level professional.
For a fraction of the cost, IFHR offers fractional HR expertise that removes a huge portion of overhead and keeps your business running.
With Iowa Fractional Human Resources, you get experienced, well-rounded HR support for a fraction of that cost - no benefits, no overhead, and no wasted budget.
While Iowa HR consultant rates typically range from $95 to $125/hour, our flat monthly packages are priced well below that. You get consistent support without unpredictable costs, plus an HR partner who grows with your business here in Des Moines, Iowa.

With fractional HR, you only pay for what you actually need. No filling a full-time role with busywork just to justify the salary.
As your business grows, our services scale with you. That means faster, more responsive support without the delays and costs of finding the right HR provider, hiring, and then training the new employee.

Committing to a full-time HR provider hire is a big leap - especially if you're unsure what level of support your business needs.
With Iowa Fractional Human Resources, you don’t have to guess. Start with a smaller monthly package, see the impact, and scale as your business evolves.
It’s a smart way to build your HR foundation without overcommitting your budget.
Let’s see what size support makes the most sense for where you are today.