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USA vs Offshore: Where to Expand?

Real insights from our operations across 6 countries. Compare costs, talent, and strategic advantages to make the right decision for your business.

8
Countries
70%
Average Savings
5,000+
Employees Managed
24/7
Global Coverage

Compare All Locations

🇺🇸USA

Louisville, San Antonio
Cost Index100%
Avg Salary$45-70k
TimezoneEST/CST
English100%
Turnover15%

Best for:

High-value customer service, Sales, Technical support

Key advantages:

  • Native English
  • Same timezone
  • IP protection
  • Premium quality

🇲🇽Mexico

Mexico City
Cost Index45%
Avg Salary$15-25k
TimezoneCST
English50%
Turnover15%

Best for:

Technical support, Software development, Bilingual services

Key advantages:

  • Nearshore advantage
  • USMCA benefits
  • Large talent pool
  • Real-time collaboration

🇩🇴Dominican Republic

Santo Domingo
Cost Index35%
Avg Salary$8-15k
TimezoneEST
English40%
Turnover20%

Best for:

Customer service, Back office, Spanish support

Key advantages:

  • Near-shore
  • Cultural alignment
  • Bilingual talent
  • Growing tech scene

🇿🇦South Africa

Johannesburg, Cape Town
Cost Index35%
Avg Salary$10-18k
TimezoneSAST
English95%
Turnover18%

Best for:

European support, Content moderation, Back office

Key advantages:

  • European timezone
  • British accent
  • Western aligned
  • Stable infrastructure

🇭🇳Honduras

San Pedro Sula
Cost Index30%
Avg Salary$6-12k
TimezoneCST
English35%
Turnover25%

Best for:

Data entry, Basic support, Spanish services

Key advantages:

  • Cost effective
  • Young workforce
  • Improving infrastructure
  • Government incentives

🇨🇴Colombia

Bogotá, Medellín
Cost Index40%
Avg Salary$10-20k
TimezoneEST
English45%
Turnover18%

Best for:

Software development, Design, Complex support

Key advantages:

  • Tech talent
  • Time zone aligned
  • Strong universities
  • Stable democracy

🇮🇳India

Bangalore, Delhi NCR
Cost Index25%
Avg Salary$8-18k
TimezoneIST (+10.5h)
English85%
Turnover30%

Best for:

IT services, Engineering, Finance/Accounting

Key advantages:

  • Massive talent pool
  • Tech expertise
  • 24/7 operations
  • English proficiency

🇵🇭Philippines

Manila, Cebu
Cost Index30%
Avg Salary$6-12k
TimezonePHT (+13h)
English92%
Turnover35%

Best for:

Voice support, Virtual assistants, Content moderation

Key advantages:

  • American accent
  • Customer service culture
  • Western aligned
  • Large BPO industry

Best Locations by Use Case

Premium Customer Support

Native speakers, cultural understanding, premium brand perception

Best Choice

USA

Alternative

Philippines

Spanish-Speaking Markets

Large market, USMCA advantages, timezone alignment, cultural proximity

Best Choice

Mexico

Alternative

Colombia

24/7 Technical Support

Follow-the-sun model, technical expertise, cost optimization

Best Choice

India + Philippines

Alternative

USA + Colombia

Software Development

Nearshore advantage, real-time collaboration, growing tech hubs, competitive costs

Best Choice

Mexico

Alternative

Colombia

Back Office Operations

Process excellence, scale, established infrastructure

Best Choice

India

Alternative

Honduras

Sales Development (SDR)

Native English for USA, Mexico for bilingual needs, real-time collaboration

Best Choice

USA

Alternative

Mexico

Decision Matrix

FactorUSALATAMAPAC
Cost Savings
Time Zone Alignment
English Proficiency
Cultural Alignment
Talent Scale
Infrastructure
Excellent
Average
Limited

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Typical savings range from 40-70% depending on location and function

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