Break-even calculator
How many units do you need to sell to cover your costs? Enter your numbers below and find out instantly.
Rent, salaries, insurance, subscriptions, and other costs that stay the same regardless of sales
The price you charge for one unit of your product or service (ex-VAT)
Materials, direct labour, or other costs that increase with each unit sold
What is a break-even point?
The break-even point is the number of units you need to sell to cover all your costs. Below that number, you are making a loss. Above it, you are making a profit. It is the most basic financial question any business should be able to answer: how much do I need to sell before I start making money?
The formula is: break-even units = fixed costs divided by (selling price minus variable cost per unit). The difference between selling price and variable cost is called the contribution margin, because each unit sold contributes that amount towards covering your fixed costs.
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