Employee Turnover Rate Calculator
Divide the number of employees who left by your average headcount to find the turnover rate over the period.
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Enter separations and average headcount to see the turnover rate.
Worked example
With these example inputs:
- Employees who left15
- Average number of employees120
Turnover rate: 12.5%
- Average employees120
- The remaining share87.5%
- If the first figure were 10% higher13.75%
Frequently asked questions
How is the turnover rate calculated?
Divide the number of departures by the average headcount, then multiply by 100. 15 leavers out of 120 employees is a 12.5% turnover rate.
What counts as a high turnover rate?
It varies widely by industry. Retail and hospitality often run high, while many office roles sit in single digits. Compare against peers in your sector for context.