National PEO Review
National PEO is a Phoenix, Arizona, PEO founded in 1999 that handles payroll and tax filing, benefits, workers’ compensation management, HR outsourcing and compliance for small businesses in Arizona and other states.
Best for
- Arizona small businesses that want a local PEO
- Employers that want to pick individual services rather than a fixed bundle
- Restaurants, construction and healthcare employers that need workers’ comp and OSHA support
Not ideal for
- Buyers who need published PEO fees
- Buyers who require an IRS-certified or ESAC-accredited PEO
How we evaluated National PEO
This review rests on the 15 facts this page shows, each checked against the source listed under “Sources”, most recently on . We did not test the product hands-on: the score uses only those verified facts, as our methodology explains; third-party ratings, where we quote them, never count in the score.
Our verdict
National PEO is a Phoenix-based PEO founded in 1999 that serves small businesses in Arizona and other states with payroll and tax filing, health, dental and vision benefits, workers’ compensation administration and safety inspections, and HR outsourcing. Services can be mixed and matched or bought as ASO, each client has a dedicated account specialist, and rates are quoted by size and headcount.
Strengths
Mix and match
Clients can choose any number of services, or take ASO services a la carte or as a bundle.
Evidence
Key features: Custom business diagnostic, Mix-and-match services, Dedicated account specialist, NPower online pay stubs at no cost with online payroll, Background screening and E-Verify processing, OSHA facility inspections and safety training4
Workers’ comp administration
Policy administration, premium payments, compliance audits and injury claims, plus OSHA facility inspections; the site does not say whose policy carries the coverage.
Evidence: Workers' compensation: Yes5
Accounting links
A general ledger interface sends payroll data to QuickBooks, Great Plains and other systems.
Evidence: Notable integrations: QuickBooks, Great Plains3
Price at a glance
Quick answers
- How much does National PEO cost?
- National PEO quotes each business; rates vary by size and number of employees.Based on Pricing model: Quote only2
- Where is National PEO based?
- In Phoenix, Arizona; it was founded in 1999.Based on Headquarters: Phoenix, Arizona, US7
- Can I buy only some services?
- Yes. Services can be mixed and matched, and ASO services are sold a la carte or as a bundle.
- Does National PEO integrate with accounting software?
- Its general ledger interface connects payroll data with QuickBooks and Great Plains.Based on Notable integrations: QuickBooks, Great Plains3
Coverage of core PEO services capabilities
Each core capability we evaluate in PEO Services, checked against National PEO’s own documentation. “Not verified yet” means we have not confirmed it either way, not that it is missing.
8 verified of 10 core capabilities
Specifications
Pricing
- Price transparency
- Quote only2
Fit
Product
- Modules
- Payroll and tax reporting, Government regulatory compliance, Performance management, Employee benefits, Workers’ compensation and risk management, HR outsourcing, Time and attendance, Retirement plan services4
Support
- Support channels
- Phone, dedicated account specialist, HR representative4
National PEO integrations
Named by the vendor
- Great Plains
- QuickBooks
National PEO integration coverage
The 10 apps that PEO services products document most often, and whether National PEO documents each.
2 of the 10 most-connected apps documented by National PEO; median of the 13 products compared: 1
- QuickBooks · documented by 8 of 13
- NetSuite · documented by 4 of 13
- Xero · documented by 4 of 13
- BambooHR · documented by 3 of 13
- Greenhouse · documented by 3 of 13
- Carta · documented by 2 of 13
- ClearCo · documented by 2 of 13
- Great Plains · documented by 2 of 13
- HiBob · documented by 2 of 13
- JazzHR · documented by 2 of 13
Integrations each vendor documents (native, marketplace, Zapier, API or named by the vendor), 13 live PEO services products. Not documented does not mean not possible.
Where it ranks
- #23 of 24 scoredPEO Services
- #6 of 6 scoredPEO Services for Construction
- #9 of 9 scoredPEO Services for Healthcare
- #8 of 9 scoredPEO Services for Manufacturing
- #7 of 8 scoredPEO Services for Nonprofits
- #6 of 7 scoredPEO Services for Restaurants
- #22 of 23 scoredPEO Services for Small Business
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About National PEO
Official profiles
National PEO: frequently asked questions
When was National PEO founded?
In 1999; it is based in Phoenix, Arizona.
Does National PEO offer ASO?
Yes. ASO (non-co-employer) services are sold a la carte or as a bundle.
Does National PEO handle workers’ compensation?
Yes. It administers the policy, premiums, compliance audits and injury claims, and offers OSHA facility inspections and safety training; it does not say whether coverage sits on its own master policy or yours.
Which industries does National PEO serve?
Restaurants, technology, construction, healthcare, manufacturing and nonprofits.
What is National PEO used for?
National PEO, on the market since 1999, is a PEO services product built for small businesses. Its modules include Payroll and tax reporting, Government regulatory compliance, Performance management, Employee benefits, and 4 more.
What are the best alternatives to National PEO?
In our PEO services ranking, the highest-scored products other than National PEO are Justworks, G&A Partners, and TriNet. Compared side by side, by reason to switch: National PEO alternatives.
What are the pros and cons of National PEO?
Strengths documented on the vendor’s own pages: mix and match, Workers’ comp administration, and accounting links. It is less suited to buyers who need published PEO fees and buyers who require an IRS-certified or ESAC-accredited PEO.
Is National PEO good for small businesses?
National PEO lists small businesses among the company sizes it is built for (small businesses). It ranks #22 of 23 in our PEO services for small businesses.
How this page was made
What it is built from
15 verified facts, each checked against the vendor's own pages or another primary source, most recently on Oct 25, 2026.
Method
Scored and compared with the LeadChange methodology, version 1.5. Read the methodology
Independent review
Our independent review of Nov 14, 2026 asked for changes. How we review
Hands-on testing
We have not tested National PEO hands-on: this page uses public information only.
Who made it
The LeadChange Research Team, following a written research process. No named expert has reviewed this page. About us
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National PEOLeadChange Score 3.7
Sources
The 10 pages this page's facts come from. The date beside each is our last check of the facts taken from it (the oldest, when they differ). The numbers beside the figures above link here.
Quotes from the sources
- National PEO nationalpeo.com“Since 1999 National PEO has been helping small business with their back office administrative tasks.”
- National PEO nationalpeo.com/npower“Business rates vary based on size and the number of employees, so we’re happy to provide you with a personalized quote.” “To start using online payroll services from National PEO, request a quote today.”
- National PEO nationalpeo.com/payroll-services“Online payroll entry gives clients full access to employee and payroll information using state of the art systems and technology.” “General Ledger Interface gives easy, online access to payroll data and helps integrate payroll information with accounting systems such as QuickBooks, Great Plains, etc., to eliminate problems such as double data entry and third party involvement.”
- National PEO nationalpeo.com/peo-services“Also unique to us is the ability to mix and match services, meaning you can choose any number of solutions that suit your business needs.” “With over 20 years of experience, National PEO is considered a leading provider of PEO services in Arizona and many other states across the country.”
- National PEO nationalpeo.com/workers
- Internal Revenue Service irs.gov/pub/irs-sbse/active-cpeos.pdf“Applicant Name”
- National PEO nationalpeo.com/hr-solutions“HR Outsourcing services are one of the many services that National PEO in Phoenix, Arizona provides to help streamline and grow your business.”
- National PEO nationalpeo.com/who-we-empower“For two decades, we have partnered with restaurants to develop customized solutions that simplify hiring and onboarding processes, streamline payroll processing, and ensure compliance with labor laws.”
- National PEO nationalpeo.com/why-national-peo“Founded in 1999, National PEO has risen to become a leading provider of PEO services to hundreds of companies in Arizona and the rest of the United States.”
- Employer Services Assurance Corporation (ESAC) esac.org/Business/find-a-peo“Select a state from the below map or drop-down menu for a list of accredited PEOs prepared to serve you and your employees in your area”