How this Employee Turnover Calculator works
This calculator uses average headcount as the average of start and end headcount. Organizations may use different definitions, so document your reporting convention.
Formula
Departures ÷ Average headcount × 100
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Employee Turnover Rate Explained →Worked example
8 departures with average headcount 100 produces 8% turnover.
How to interpret the result
The result is meaningful only when the population and period are defined.
Common mistakes and limits
Organizations may scope departures and headcount differently.
Frequently asked questions
Should internal transfers count as turnover?
Usually turnover focuses on people leaving the organization, but your HR policy may define the metric differently.
Important note
WorkTools provides general-purpose informational calculations. Verify inputs, definitions, policies and jurisdiction-specific requirements before using a result for financial, payroll, legal or other consequential decisions.