Remote Hiring Cost Calculator
Estimate the fully-loaded annual cost of remote staff vs. US-based employees — including employer statutory contributions, management overhead, and equipment.
Cost assumptions (editable)
Fully-loaded cost (per person / yr)
India
Base salary$30,000
Employer contributions (13%)$3,900
Management overhead (10%)$3,000
Equipment & software$1,200
Total$38,100/yr
United States
Base salary$120,000
Employer taxes & benefits (22%)$26,400
Equipment & software$1,200
Total$147,600/yr
Savings per person$109,500/yr (74%)
Estimates based on market-average salaries and approximate employer statutory on-costs (sources: PwC Worldwide Tax Summaries, ISSA, and country payroll guides, 2025–26). Actual costs vary by salary level, wage ceilings, region, benefits, and provider model — adjust the assumptions above to fit your situation, and request quotes tailored to your requirements.