The amount you pay a virtual assistant depends on their skills, their location and how much work you require of them. If you are outsourcing overseas, do some research about the country your VA lives in to find out a standard hourly rate. You may find this cheaper than hiring locally, however you may prefer to pay a premium for someone who has a deeper understanding of your local client base. You can pay your VA hourly or offer a salary based on an estimated amount of work each month.