AMERICAN VOICE OVER • 2026 TRANSPARENT PRICING MATRIX
American Voice Over Pricing Guide (2026): Commercial, Audiobook PFH & IVR Rates
Get a natural-sounding American voice over with transparent studio rates. Compare flat word-count packages, commercial usage buyouts, and Per-Finished-Hour (PFH) audiobook rates.
| Voiceover Service Tier | Word Count / Duration | Included Usage Rights | 2026 Direct Studio Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Organic Web / Explainer Spot | Up to 150 Words (~60s) | Company Website & Organic Social | $75 – $125 |
| Paid Social Media Ad (Meta/TikTok/YouTube) | Up to 250 Words + 3 Hooks | 1-Year Paid Digital Advertising Buyout | $165 – $290 |
| Regional / National Broadcast TV & Radio | 30s or 60s Commercial Spot | Full Broadcast Television & FM/XM Radio | $350 – $750 |
| ACX / Audible Audiobook Narration (PFH) | Per Finished Hour (~9,300 Words) | 100% Author Royalty Retention (Full Buyout) | $150 – $280 / PFH |
| Corporate IVR & On-Hold Package | Up to 15 Prompts / 400 Words | Perpetual PBX / VoIP Telephony License | $75 – $185 |