Cost-to-Company Calculator

See the true monthly cost of an employee beyond their salary. If this number surprises you, your hiring process is missing a step.

South Africa · 2026/27

Cost-to-Company Calculator

The true monthly cost of hiring someone.

Gross monthly salary

UIF contribution (employer %, default 1%)

SDL (Skills Development Levy, default 1%)

COIDA / WCA (Compensation Fund, estimate %)

Other monthly costs (medical aid, retirement, equipment)

Gross salary R0.00

UIF (employer portion) R0.00

SDL R0.00

COIDA / WCA R0.00

Other costs R0.00

Total cost to company R0.00 /month

Annual cost to company R0.00

UIF: employer pays 1% of gross salary (capped at R17,712/month). SDL: 1% of total payroll if annual payroll exceeds R500,000. COIDA: rate depends on your industry, 0.5% is a rough average. Adjust all percentages to match your actual figures.

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If this number surprised you, imagine what else your onboarding process is missing.

Disclaimer: This tool is for estimation purposes only and does not constitute financial, tax, or legal advice.

Verify all figures with SARS or a registered professional before making business decisions.