Workforce Cost Planner
Direct Hire vs. Contractor — true cost comparison
Project Roles
| Role | Start | Structure | State | Hrs/wk | Months | Direct Hire | Contractor | Delta | Recommendation |
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1 role · click to edit
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Direct W-2 Hire
$100,000
Bonuses
No bonuses added yet.
Contractor via MLTG
6 months
$185/hr
40 hrs/wk
Role / Project Context
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Direct Hire
VS
Contractor
Direct W-2 Hire
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All roles combined — True Loaded Cost
Total Direct Hire Cost—
Includes Taxes, Benefits, Recruiting & Ramp
Contractor
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All roles combined — Engagement Cost
Total Contractor Cost—
Taxes, Benefits, IT, Recruiting$0 — not your cost
Analysis
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