Founded
2011
Company type
Private company
Headquarters
San Francisco, United States
Employees
1001-5000
Valuation
$9.5B
Founders
1
Valuation · Estimated
Overview
Gusto provides payroll, benefits and HR software built for small and medium-sized businesses.
Product & pricing
Business model
SaaS
Customers
B2B
People
Competitors
View all →Rippling
Competing payroll and HR platforms.
Frequently asked questions
What does Gusto do?
Gusto provides payroll, benefits and HR software built for small and medium-sized businesses.
When was Gusto founded?
Gusto was founded in 2011, and is based in San Francisco, United States.
Who founded Gusto?
Gusto was founded by Joshua Reeves.
Where is Gusto headquartered?
Gusto is headquartered in San Francisco, United States.
How much funding has Gusto raised?
SeedBattle does not currently have verified total funding figures for Gusto.
Who are Gusto's competitors?
Gusto's competitors include Rippling.
Data & sources
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- Gusto — official website ↗
- Company facts from public reporting
Last reviewed September 23, 2026.