ADA Accommodation Cost Calculator

Reasonable accommodation cost and tax credit.

Legal Disclaimer

This calculator provides general estimates only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws, regulations, and court procedures vary significantly by jurisdiction. Consult a licensed attorney in your area for advice specific to your situation.

Inputs

Accommodation cost ($)

Company annual revenue ($)

Employee annual salary ($)

Number of employees

Replacement cost multiple

Type (0=Equipment, 1=Workspace, 2=Schedule)

Tab to move between fields

Results

Net cost after tax benefits ($)

$1,185

Section 44 tax credit ($)$0

Section 190 tax savings ($)$315

Total tax benefit ($)$315

Employee replacement cost ($)$75,000

Retention ROI (%)6,229.11

Undue hardship risk (1-3)1

Typical accommodation cost ($)$500

Undue Hardship RiskLow

How to Use This Calculator

Enter Accommodation Cost — the total cost of the proposed modification or equipment.
Set Company Annual Revenue and Employee Count — Section 44 tax credit requires 30 or fewer employees.
Enter Employee Annual Salary and Replacement Cost Multiple (1–2x salary to replace the employee).
Select Accommodation Type: equipment, workspace modification, or schedule adjustment.
Review Net Cost After Tax Benefits — the Section 44 credit covers 50% of eligible costs ($250–$10,250).
Compare Net Cost against Replacement Cost — most accommodations cost far less than hiring and training a replacement.

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