Use the Azure TCO calculator
About this guide
Introduction
In this guide, you’ll see how to use the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) calculator to generate a cost comparison report for an on-premises environment.
Job Skills
Task 1: Define your workloads
Task 2: Adjust assumptions
Task 3: View the TCO report
The TCO calculator helps compare the costs of running on-premises infrastructure versus Azure cloud by analyzing your current setup and estimating the costs of a similar Azure environment.
As organizations around the world migrate solutions to the cloud, the ability to manage cloud-based resources and services opens doors in numerous industries.
Summary
Here’s a summary of what you will complete in this guide:
- Configure the TCO calculator by defining your workload
- Adjust your assumptions
- View the generated report
Career Connections
Professionals with the skills from this series will have a solid foundation for pursuing entry-level roles such as Cloud Support Specialist, Junior Cloud Administrator, Technical Sales Representative, IT Support Technician, or Help Desk Technician.
As of 2025, entry-level salaries in the U.S. average $71,125 for Cloud Support Specialists, $63,244 for Junior Cloud Administrators, $50,442 for IT Support Technicians, and $48,540 for Help Desk Technicians. Please note that these figures are approximate, derived from online sources, and can vary based on factors such as location, industry, and company size.
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