AI Staffing Cost Calculator

See how much your business could save by integrating AI into everyday roles.

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What does it really cost to employ staff?

Most businesses only think about base salary when budgeting for staff. But the true cost of employment includes mandatory on-costs that add 4% to 20% on top of every dollar paid. These hidden costs catch small businesses out and make accurate budgeting nearly impossible without the right tools.

Australia (~20% on-costs)
  • Superannuation: 11.5% of ordinary earnings
  • Payroll Tax: ~4.85% (varies by state)
  • Workers Comp: ~2% (industry-dependent)
  • Leave Loading: ~1.7%
New Zealand (~4.4% on-costs)
  • KiwiSaver: 3% employer contribution
  • ACC Levy: ~1.4% (work category)

Example: An Australian employee on a $70,000 base salary actually costs approximately $84,035 per year once super, payroll tax, workers comp, and leave loading are included. This calculator shows you these real costs for every role, then estimates how much AI automation could save by reducing manual hours in admin, data entry, scheduling, and reporting.

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Roles & AI savings

Edit role names, salaries, and AI savings percentages. These estimates are based on typical automation opportunities.

Office Lease Costs

If AI reduces your team size, you may not need as much office space. Add your current lease costs to see potential savings.

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