How to use this calculator
- Enter the workforce, hours, rate, and cost assumptions that apply to the estimate.
- Confirm every amount uses the same pay period or annual basis.
- Review the calculated cost components and total.
- Compare the estimate with payroll records, contracts, and accounting data before relying on it.
Input guide
Crew size
Enter the crew size used for this planning scenario and verify its unit and period.
Hours per worker per day
Enter the hours per worker per day used for this planning scenario and verify its unit and period.
Days
Enter the days used for this planning scenario and verify its unit and period.
Hourly rate
Enter the hourly rate used for this planning scenario and verify its unit and period.
Labor burden
Enter the labor burden used for this planning scenario and verify its unit and period.
How this calculator works
Crew cost = workers × hours × days × rate × (1 + burden percentage).
Worked example
Six workers, 8 hours daily for 5 days at $28 with 25% burden cost $8,400.
How to interpret the result
Use the crew cost result as an operational planning estimate. Review the component costs, not only the total, and replace assumptions with current business records whenever possible.
Rounding policy
Currency
Money values are rounded to the nearest cent.
Assumptions and limitations
- All crew members use one average rate.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use an average crew rate?
Yes, but a blended average can hide role-specific differences.
Does this include materials?
No. It estimates labor only.
How should I verify the crew cost result?
Compare each input with payroll reports, benefits invoices, insurance records, contracts, and accounting allocations.
Are values from the Crew Cost Calculator uploaded?
No. The calculation runs in the browser and does not require uploading the entered values.