Work and Income

Meeting Cost Calculator

Estimate the people-cost of a meeting from attendees, hourly rate and duration.

How this tool works

Meeting cost = people x hourly cost x meeting hours.

Formula

Meeting cost = people x meeting hours x hourly rate. It is a rough visibility tool, not payroll accounting.

Example

Eight people in a one-hour meeting at 40 per hour represents about 320 of working time.

Common mistake

Cost is not the only question. Some meetings are worth it, but the number helps decide whether the format should change.