Break-Even Calculator

Units and revenue needed to break even from fixed costs, variable cost and price.

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Enter your details and press Calculate to see results.

Formula

units = fixed costs ÷ (price − variable cost)

Example

$5,000 fixed, $12 variable, $30 price → $18 contribution × ~278 units breaks even each month.

Reading contribution margin

Every sale contributes price minus variable cost toward fixed costs. Once those are covered, contribution becomes pure operating profit — which is why small price raises can transform break-even math.

Frequently asked questions

What counts as a fixed cost?

Rent, salaries, insurance, software subscriptions — anything that doesn't move with each unit sold.

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