Software Development Cost Estimate

Project Details

Project Scope

Medium

Type of Software

Web App

Team Size

3 Developers

Hourly Rate

$75 USD

Buffer Percentage

15%

Desired Features

User Authentication, Database Integration, Admin Dashboard, API Integration

Medium Web App Base Hours 500 hours

Base Development Cost $37,500

User Authentication (40h) $3,000

Database Integration (60h) $4,500

Admin Dashboard (100h) $7,500

API Integration (50h) $3,750

Total Feature Cost $18,750

Base Hours + Feature Hours 500h + 250h = 750 hours

Team Size Multiplier Effect 3 developers (0.9× efficiency)

Adjusted Hours 833 hours

Buffer (15%) $8,437

Base Development $37,500

Feature Costs $18,750

Buffer Amount (15%) $8,437

Final Estimated Cost $64,687

Cost Range (±20%) $51,750 - $77,624

Based on 40 hours per week per developer 7 weeks

This estimate accounts for overlapping tasks and team coordination.

Note: This estimate is based on the provided inputs and industry averages. Actual costs may vary based on project complexity and requirements.