Employee Cost Calculator UK

Estimate the total cost of employing someone in the UK. Results update automatically as you type.

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Key figures
Total employer cost
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£0.00
£0.00
Employee take-home pay
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£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
Employer cost breakdown
Employer NI
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
Gross salary
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
Employee deductions breakdown
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£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
Employee NI
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
Student Loan
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00
£0.00

Disclaimer: This calculator provides an illustrative estimate based on the information entered and current UK tax legislation. It does not constitute financial, tax or employment advice. Actual liabilities may vary depending on individual circumstances.

How to use this employee cost calculator

Enter the employee’s gross salary or hourly pay and adjust the options such as tax year, pension contributions and working hours if relevant. The calculator will automatically estimate the employee’s take-home pay and the total cost of employment for the employer.

The results include Income Tax, Employee National Insurance, Employer National Insurance and workplace pension contributions. This helps you understand the real cost of employing someone beyond just their salary.

The calculator is useful for employers planning to hire staff, budgeting payroll costs, or comparing different salary levels before making an offer.

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