Contingency Budget Calculator

Use this Contingency Calculator to determine how much contingency (risk buffer) you should add to your base project budget.

Contingency Calculator

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Why contingency matters

Contingency is a protective buffer you add to cover uncertainty, scope changes, or risk events. Many teams use 5–15%, but high-risk projects may plan higher.

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