Attrition Rate Calculation Formula Sheet & Calculator
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Attrition Rate Calculation Formula Sheet
Use this calculator to determine your organization's employee turnover rate for a specific period (e.g., monthly, quarterly, or annually). Accurate tracking is essential for maintaining workforce stability and identifying HR challenges.
Employee Attrition Calculator
Please enter valid non-negative numbers. Start and End headcount cannot both be zero.
Average Headcount:0
Attrition Rate (Period):0.00%
Interpretation:–
function calculateAttrition() {
// Get inputs
var startCount = parseFloat(document.getElementById('startCount').value);
var endCount = parseFloat(document.getElementById('endCount').value);
var separations = parseFloat(document.getElementById('separations').value);
var errorMsg = document.getElementById('errorMsg');
var resultBox = document.getElementById('resultBox');
// Reset display
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resultBox.style.display = "none";
// Validation
if (isNaN(startCount) || isNaN(endCount) || isNaN(separations)) {
errorMsg.innerText = "Please fill in all fields with valid numbers.";
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if (startCount < 0 || endCount < 0 || separations < 0) {
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// Logic: Rate = (Separations / Average) * 100
var averageHeadcount = (startCount + endCount) / 2;
var attritionRate = (separations / averageHeadcount) * 100;
// Limit decimals
var rateFormatted = attritionRate.toFixed(2);
var avgFormatted = averageHeadcount.toFixed(1);
// Interpretation
var interpretation = "";
if (attritionRate < 10) {
interpretation = "Healthy / Low Turnover";
} else if (attritionRate < 20) {
interpretation = "Moderate Turnover";
} else {
interpretation = "High Turnover (Requires Attention)";
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document.getElementById('displayRate').innerText = rateFormatted + "%";
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Understanding the Attrition Rate Formula
Attrition rate, often referred to as churn rate or turnover rate, measures the pace at which employees leave a company. It is a critical metric for HR departments to monitor workforce stability and the effectiveness of retention strategies.
The Core Formula
The standard formula used in the calculator above is derived from the generally accepted HR standard:
Attrition Rate = (Total Separations / Average Employees) × 100
Where:
Total Separations: The number of employees who left the company (voluntarily or involuntarily) during the period.
Average Employees: Calculated as (Employees at Start + Employees at End) / 2.
Step-by-Step Calculation Example
Let's say you want to calculate the attrition rate for Q1. Here are your numbers:
Step 2: Divide Separations by Average
15 / 205 = 0.07317
Step 3: Convert to Percentage
0.07317 × 100 = 7.32%
Why Accurate Calculation Matters
Understanding your attrition rate helps in forecasting hiring needs and budgeting for recruitment. A high attrition rate can indicate underlying issues with company culture, compensation, or management. Conversely, an extremely low attrition rate might lead to stagnation if not managed correctly.
Types of Attrition
When using this formula sheet, consider segmenting your data to get deeper insights:
Voluntary Attrition: Employees leaving by their own choice (resignation).
Involuntary Attrition: Terminations initiated by the employer.
Internal Churn: Movement of employees between departments (usually not counted in total company attrition but important for department managers).
Tips for Reducing High Attrition
Exit Interviews: Always conduct interviews to understand the root cause of departure.
Competitive Compensation: Regularly review market rates to ensure you aren't underpaying staff.
Career Pathing: Ensure employees see a future and growth trajectory within the organization.
Manager Training: "People leave managers, not companies." Invest in leadership training for mid-level supervisors.