Construction Labor Cost Calculator
Estimate the true labor cost for your construction projects. Don't underbid your jobs.
Labor Cost Estimator
Taxes, Insurance, Profit
Base Wages:$3,600
Markup (Burden/Profit):+$720
Total Quote Price:$4,320
Why labor estimates fail
The #1 reason contractors lose money is underestimating labor. You calculate 40 hours based on perfect conditions, but forget to account for site prep, cleanup, material runs, and mistakes.
What is "Labor Burden"?
Paying a worker $25/hour implies the cost to you is just $25. But after payroll taxes, insurance, workers comp, and benefits, that worker might actually cost you $35 or $40 per hour.
Always add a markup (or "burden rate") to your raw hourly calculations. A safe starting point is often 20-30% depending on your state and insurance costs.
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