Attrition Rate Calculator
Calculates employee turnover rate over a specified period
Total headcount at the beginning of the period
Number of employees who departed during the period
Number of new employees hired during the period
Percentage of employees who left during the period
Total headcount at the end of the period
Difference between new hires and departures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good employee attrition rate?
Average annual attrition rates vary by industry: tech averages 13-15%, retail 60-80%, healthcare 20-25%, and professional services 12-15%. Generally, voluntary attrition below 10% is considered healthy. The key is benchmarking against your specific industry.
What is the difference between attrition and turnover?
Attrition usually refers to employees leaving without being replaced (the workforce shrinks). Turnover refers to employees leaving and being replaced. In practice, many people use the terms interchangeably to describe the rate at which employees leave an organization.
How much does employee attrition cost?
The cost of replacing an employee is estimated at 50-200% of their annual salary. For a $60,000 employee, that is $30,000-$120,000 in recruiting, training, and lost productivity costs. High attrition rates can significantly impact profitability and team performance.
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