Break-Even Calculator

Find out exactly how many units you need to sell — and how much revenue you need — to cover all your costs.

Costs & Price

Fixed costs ($) Rent, salaries, insurance — costs that don't change with sales volume

Variable cost per unit ($) Materials, shipping, production cost per item sold

Selling price per unit ($) The price you charge each customer per unit

Profit target ($) optional How much profit you want above break-even

About this Break-Even Calculator

This free break-even calculator helps business owners and entrepreneurs find the exact sales volume needed to cover all costs. Simply enter your fixed costs, variable cost per unit, and selling price.

How is the break-even point calculated?

Break-Even Units = Fixed Costs ÷ (Selling Price − Variable Cost per Unit). The difference between price and variable cost is called the contribution margin — each unit sold contributes this amount toward covering fixed costs.

FAQ

What are fixed costs?

Fixed costs are expenses that stay the same regardless of how many units you sell — like rent, salaries, or insurance.

What are variable costs?

Variable costs change with production volume — like raw materials, packaging, or direct labor per unit.