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Labor Cost Calculator

Accurately estimate labor costs with tax burdens and overhead for construction projects

Project Timeline

Labor Burden Rates (%)

Project Crew

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Calculator Features

Complete labor cost analysis for construction projects

Worker Management

  • Multiple worker support
  • Role-based wage calculation
  • Part-time worker allocation
  • Unlimited crew size

Burden & Overhead

  • Social Security & Medicare
  • Federal & State Unemployment
  • Workers Compensation
  • Liability Insurance

How to Use the Calculator

Follow these steps for accurate labor cost estimation

Simple Step-by-Step Process

  1. 1Enter project timeline details (days and hours)
  2. 2Set labor burden rates for taxes and insurance
  3. 3Add workers with their roles and hourly wages
  4. 4Specify project allocation percentage for each worker
  5. 5Calculate to see total costs and worker breakdown

Pro Tips for Labor Cost Management

  • Use Accurate Rates: Verify current labor burden rates for your region
  • Account for Downtime: Include non-productive time in your calculations
  • Adjust Percentages: Not all workers will be on site 100% of the time
  • Consider Overtime: Factor in premium pay for extended hours
  • Update Regularly: Labor costs change with regulations and market conditions

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