Quick Answer
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GitHub Copilot pricing varies by team size and features, ranging from $0 to $39 per user/month in 2026. Your actual cost depends on the tier you choose, contract length, and negotiated discounts.

Use the interactive pricing calculator to estimate your exact cost based on team size and requirements.

  • Free tier: No free tier available
  • Billing: Monthly and annual (save 15-20%)
  • Hidden costs: Add ~35% for implementation, support, and training
Last verified: February 2026 | Sources: 2 pricing pages and reviews
+40-60% above list price

Hidden Costs Breakdown

1

Enterprise tier requires GitHub Enterprise Cloud subscription ($21/user/month additional)

2

Training on private code requires Enterprise tier ($39/user)

3

Free tier limited to 2,000 completions - active developers will exceed this

4

JetBrains plugin may require separate JetBrains IDE license

5

Copilot for pull requests (summaries) only in Enterprise

6

Custom fine-tuning setup may require professional services

Example: True Cost for 25 Users

License (25 × $10 × 12) $3,000/yr
Implementation (one-time) +$15,000–$50,000
Premium Support (20%) +$600/yr
Training (25 × $500) +$12,500
Admin (part-time) +$15,000–$25,000/yr
Year 1 Total $29,500–$64,800
That's 1.8–2.5× the advertised license price.

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What hidden costs should I budget for with GitHub Copilot?

Beyond the license fee, budget for implementation ($5K-$100K+), training ($500-$2K per user), premium support (15-20% of license), and admin costs. Most companies see 40-60% higher total cost than the listed price.

02 Does GitHub Copilot charge for implementation?

GitHub Copilot doesn't include implementation in the license cost. Implementation is typically done by partners and costs range from $5,000 for basic setup to $100,000+ for enterprise deployments with customization.

03 How much does GitHub Copilot support cost?

Basic support is included, but premium support (faster response times, 24/7 availability) typically adds 15-20% to your annual contract. This can be thousands of dollars per year for larger deployments.

04 Are there storage costs with GitHub Copilot?

Most GitHub Copilot plans include limited storage. Once you exceed the included amount, you'll pay overage fees which can range from $50-$500+ per month depending on data volume.

05 What add-ons cost extra with GitHub Copilot?

Many features marketed as part of GitHub Copilot are actually add-ons: advanced reporting, API access, integrations, and specialized modules. Each can add $10-$100+ per user per month.

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