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Employee Cost Calculator
How to Use
Enter the gross salary, employer NI rate, employer pension contribution, and any additional benefits to calculate the true total cost of an employee to your business. Employers pay 13.8% NI on earnings above £9,100 — meaning a £30,000 salary actually costs around £33,000–£34,000 before pension. This figure is important for pricing projects, setting margins, and planning headcount.
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
On top of salary, employers typically pay 13.8% NI on earnings above £9,100, at least 3% pension, and any additional benefits — adding 15–20% to the base salary cost.