EOR Cost Calculator
The Cost Calculator helps you estimate the total cost of hiring an employee in any supported country — before you commit to a hire. It breaks down what the employee takes home versus what you pay as the employer, including all statutory contributions and Omnivoo's service fee.
How to Use the Calculator
- Navigate to the EOR section from the main menu.
- Click "Cost Calculator" in the sidebar or from the EOR Dashboard.
- Fill in the input fields (see below).
- The breakdown updates in real time as you adjust inputs.
Input Fields
| Field | Description | Required |
|---|---|---|
| Country | The country where the employee will work | Yes |
| Monthly Salary / CTC | The gross monthly salary or Cost to Company | Yes |
| Currency | The currency for the salary (defaults to USD) | Yes |
India-Specific Options
When you select India as the country, additional fields appear:
| Field | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|
| State | Employee's state of work (affects Professional Tax rates) | Maharashtra |
| Tax Regime | Old regime (with exemptions) or New regime (lower rates, no exemptions) | New Regime |
| PF Contribution Mode | Whether employer PF is calculated on Basic or on a capped amount (Rs 15,000) | Capped |
Professional Tax rates vary by state in India. Selecting the correct state ensures an accurate estimate. For example, Maharashtra charges up to Rs 2,500/year while some states have no Professional Tax at all.
Understanding the Output
The calculator splits results into two clear sections:
Employee Gets (Net Take-Home)
This is what the employee actually receives in their bank account after all deductions:
Gross Salary
- Employee PF contribution
- Employee ESI contribution (if applicable)
- Professional Tax
- Income Tax (TDS)
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= Net Take-Home Pay
Employer Pays (Total Cost)
This is your total cost as the employer, including salary, statutory contributions, and Omnivoo's fee:
Gross Salary
+ Employer PF contribution
+ Employer ESI contribution (if applicable)
+ Gratuity provision
+ Omnivoo EOR service fee
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= Total Employer Cost
India-Specific Breakdown
For Indian employees, the calculator provides a detailed CTC breakdown:
Salary Components
| Component | Calculation |
|---|---|
| Basic Salary | 40-50% of CTC (configurable) |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | 40-50% of Basic (based on metro/non-metro) |
| Special Allowance | Remaining amount after other components |
Employee Deductions
| Deduction | Rate / Rule |
|---|---|
| Provident Fund (PF) | 12% of Basic (capped at Rs 15,000 Basic, or full Basic) |
| ESI | 0.75% of gross (applicable if gross is up to Rs 21,000/month) |
| Professional Tax | State-dependent (Rs 0 - Rs 2,500/year) |
| TDS (Income Tax) | Based on annual income and chosen tax regime |
Employer Contributions
| Contribution | Rate / Rule |
|---|---|
| Employer PF | 12% of Basic (same base as employee PF) |
| Employer ESI | 3.25% of gross (applicable if gross is up to Rs 21,000/month) |
| Gratuity | 4.81% of Basic (provisioned monthly) |
Toggle between Old and New tax regimes to compare the impact on take-home pay. The new regime offers lower tax rates but removes most exemptions (HRA, 80C, etc.). The calculator shows the difference clearly.
Non-India Breakdown
For other supported countries, the breakdown follows a similar structure but with country-specific items:
| Item | Examples |
|---|---|
| Gross Salary | The salary amount you entered |
| Employee Deductions | Income tax, social security, health insurance (varies by country) |
| Employer Contributions | Social security, pension, unemployment insurance (varies by country) |
| Net Take-Home | Gross minus employee deductions |
| Total Employer Cost | Gross plus employer contributions plus Omnivoo fee |
Overhead Percentage
At the bottom of the breakdown, you'll see the overhead percentage — this tells you how much more the total employer cost is compared to the employee's gross salary:
Overhead = ((Total Employer Cost - Gross Salary) / Gross Salary) x 100
For example, if the gross salary is $5,000 and total employer cost is $6,200, the overhead is 24%.
Overhead percentages vary significantly by country. India typically ranges from 15-25%, while some European countries can exceed 40% due to higher social contributions.
Country Comparison
Want to compare costs across countries? Use the Compare Countries feature:
- Enter a base salary amount.
- Select two or more countries.
- The calculator shows a side-by-side comparison of:
- Employee net take-home
- Total employer cost
- Overhead percentage
This is useful when deciding where to hire or when evaluating candidates in different locations.
| India | Germany | Philippines | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Salary | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| Employee Deductions | ~$800 | ~$1,050 | ~$500 |
| Net Take-Home | ~$4,200 | ~$3,950 | ~$4,500 |
| Employer Contributions | ~$950 | ~$1,100 | ~$600 |
| Total Employer Cost | ~$5,950 | ~$6,100 | ~$5,600 |
| Overhead | ~19% | ~22% | ~12% |
Note: These are illustrative estimates. Actual amounts depend on specific circumstances.
The calculator provides estimates based on current tax rates and statutory rules. Actual amounts may vary slightly based on the employee's individual tax situation, exemptions claimed, and any mid-year rate changes.
What's Next?
- Hiring an EOR Employee — Ready to hire? Start the process.
- Managing EOR Employees — View detailed payroll breakdowns for existing employees.
- EOR Compliance Dashboard — Understand the filings behind these contributions.