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2026/27 HMRC Rates

Payroll Cost Calculator

Calculate the true cost of employing staff including salary, employer NI, and pension

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Total employment cost = Gross salary + Employer NI (15% above £5,000) + Employer pension (minimum 3%). For personalised advice, speak to our advisers.

Employment Details

Enter salary and pension details to see the true cost

Salary
£
 
Pension
%
Auto-enrolment minimum: 3% employer contribution
Total Employment Cost
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per year per employee
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Monthly Cost
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On-Cost %
Cost Breakdown (Per Employee)

Auto-enrolment qualifying earnings band: £6,240–£50,270. Employer minimum contribution: 3%. Employer NI: 15% on earnings above £5,000. Apprenticeship Levy (0.5%) applies if payroll exceeds £3m.

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