Use break‑even analysis to find the sales volume where total revenue equals total costs. Enter fixed costs, unit price, and unit variable cost to compute break‑even units and revenue. This tool visualizes contribution margin and shows sensitivity to price and cost changes, helping with pricing, promotions, capacity planning, and new product launch decisions.

Break-Even Analysis Calculator

Determine your business profitability threshold and optimize pricing strategies

Cost Structure Analysis

Cost Structure

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Monthly rent, salaries, insurance, etc.

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Selling price

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Materials, labor

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Break-Even Formula:

BE Units = Fixed Costs ÷ (Price - Variable Cost)

Analysis Results

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is contribution margin?

Unit price minus unit variable cost.

It represents the amount each sale contributes to covering fixed costs and then profit.

How accurate is break‑even for startups?

It's a planning tool.

Use ranges and sensitivity tests; reality will vary with demand, ramp‑up, and overhead you might initially underestimate.

Should marketing be fixed or variable?

Treat always‑on campaigns as fixed and performance ads tied to volume as variable.

Classify consistently for clarity.

How do discounts change break‑even?

Lower price reduces contribution per unit, increasing the units needed to break even.

Simulate discount tiers before running promos.

Can services use break‑even?

Yes.

Use billable rate as price and include labor as variable cost; fixed costs include tools, subscriptions, and overhead.

What if I sell bundles?

Use weighted average price and variable cost for a representative basket, or run analysis by top bundles separately.

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This tool does not provide financial, investment, or tax advice. Calculations are estimates and may not reflect your specific situation. Consider consulting a licensed professional before making decisions.