Tax Software Hosting pricing isn’t random — it’s driven by four things: users, server resources, security standards, and support quality. Most reliable hosting providers charge between $35 to $70 per user per month, depending on whether you’re hosting Drake Tax, UltraTax CS, Lacerte, ATX, or ProSeries. The variation exists because different tax applications demand different computing power and storage.
A decent plan typically includes 24/7 access, SSD servers, multi-layer security, automated backups, and full IT maintenance. Cheaper providers cut corners on RAM, CPU, bandwidth, and security, which shows up instantly when your software lags or crashes during peak tax season.
Pricing also shifts based on add-ons:
Dedicated servers for larger firms cost more but eliminate resource contention.
Storage upgrades, premium backups, and compliance-level security (like MFA, encryption, SOC-level policies) also add to the bill.
Add-on integrations—efile, document management systems, tax plugins—may require extra server resources.
Realistically, if your business cares about uptime, speed, and data protection, expect to pay for a provider that actually delivers them. A good Tax Software Hosting plan isn’t the cheapest — it’s the one that prevents downtime, corruption, and lost productivity.
