Shruti KaushikLinkedIn ghostwriting for founders typically costs $2,000 to $5,000 a month from a specialist agency, with published starting prices from about $1,300 a month and senior programmes from $6,000. Freelancers often start at $500 to $1,500 a month, and Indian agencies commonly charge Rs 40,000 to Rs 1,20,000. Scope, engagement work and minimum terms explain most of the difference.
What agencies actually publish
| Provider | Published starting price | What it includes |
|---|---|---|
| Underdog Ghostwriting | $2,000 a month (Presence) | Weekly LinkedIn cadence; billed quarterly, 90-day minimum |
| Windmill Growth (New York) | $3,999 a month (Founder OS) | Up to 20 LinkedIn and X posts, weekly strategy call, engagement management |
| storyarb (US) | $4,999 a month (Executive) | 15 posts; strategist, writer and account manager; 6-month minimum |
| Pete Codes (UK) | $2,900 a month | 16 posts plus engagement on target accounts |
| YellowInk Digital (UK) | From $1,299 a month | 4 to 12 posts, profile optimisation, reporting |
| The Wise Idiot (Mumbai) | Rs 50,000 + tax a month | Strategy, writing, posting, profile and design |
Prices as published on each provider's own website, checked 6 October 2026. Providers that only quote custom pricing are not listed.
Typical ranges
- Freelance writers: roughly $500 to $1,500 a month for a starter scope, according to the 2026 rate guide from Creator.
- Specialist agencies: about $1,300 to $5,000 a month for founders, based on the published prices above.
- Senior or C-suite programmes: $6,000 to $20,000 a month and up, often with 6 to 12-month minimums.
- India: agency retainers commonly run from about Rs 40,000 to Rs 1,20,000 a month, per JigsawKraft's 2026 guide.
These are published estimates, not a market survey. Treat them as a starting point for a conversation, not a quote.
What actually changes the price
- Who does the thinking. A writer who interviews you and shapes your point of view costs more than one who polishes your notes.
- Volume and formats. Posts only, or posts plus carousels, newsletters and video scripts.
- Engagement work. Comment and outreach support adds hours every week.
- Minimum terms. Quarterly or six-month minimums lower the monthly price but raise the commitment.
- Review rounds. Unlimited revisions are priced in somewhere.
How Wise Mango prices work
Wise Mango does not publish a fixed package price, because scope depends on your market, formats and how much distribution you need. Every engagement starts with two discovery calls to establish your business context, audience and voice, followed by a written proposal that sets out deliverables, review rounds, responsibilities, fees and exclusions before you commit. AI supports the drafting; a human editor reviews every piece before it ships. No fixed reach, lead or revenue outcome is promised.
If a retainer is more than you need
If you are comfortable doing the writing yourself with good tools, a self-serve product costs a fraction of a retainer. Klype AI, built by the same founder, keeps your product, buyer and voice in one place, drafts in your measured voice and checks every draft before it goes out, from $39 a month.
Common questions
How much does a LinkedIn ghostwriter cost in 2026?
Published prices start around $1,300 a month for a specialist agency and commonly run $2,000 to $5,000 a month for founders, with senior programmes from $6,000 a month. Freelancers often start between $500 and $1,500 a month. In India, agency retainers commonly run Rs 40,000 to Rs 1,20,000 a month.
Why do LinkedIn ghostwriting prices vary so much?
Price depends on who does the strategic thinking, how many posts and formats are included, whether engagement work is part of the scope, minimum contract terms and the number of review rounds.
Does Wise Mango publish its prices?
No. Wise Mango sets scope after two discovery calls and sends a written proposal with deliverables, review rounds, fees and exclusions before you commit.
Is there a cheaper alternative to a LinkedIn ghostwriter?
Yes. Self-serve tools such as Klype AI cost from $39 a month. They suit people who are willing to stay the author and edit their own drafts.