Enter the number of workers, hours worked per day, and the number of days into the calculator to determine the total manhours for a project. This calculator helps in estimating the total labor time that will be spent on a job.

Manhours Formula

The following formula is used to calculate the total manhours.

MH = W * H * D

Variables:

  • MH is the total manhours
  • W is the number of workers
  • H is the hours worked per day
  • D is the number of days

To calculate the total manhours, multiply the number of workers by the hours worked per day and then by the number of days.

What are Manhours?

Manhours represent the total amount of work performed by all workers in a specific period of time. It is a unit of measure that helps in planning and tracking the labor cost and efficiency of a project. Manhours are crucial for project management, budgeting, and scheduling, as they provide a clear picture of the labor input required for a task or project.

How to Calculate Total Manhours?

The following steps outline how to calculate the total manhours for a project.


  1. First, determine the number of workers (W) assigned to the project.
  2. Next, determine the hours worked per day (H) by each worker.
  3. Then, determine the number of days (D) the project will take.
  4. Use the formula from above = MH = W * H * D.
  5. Finally, calculate the total manhours (MH).
  6. After inserting the variables and calculating the result, check your answer with the calculator above.

Example Problem : 

Use the following variables as an example problem to test your knowledge.

Number of workers (W) = 5

Hours worked per day (H) = 8 hours

Number of days (D) = 10 days