Profit margin and markup calculator

Know your real margin before you set a price, or find the price for the margin you want.

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What you get with the Profit Margin Calculator

Margin and markup together

Enter cost and price to see profit, gross margin and markup at once, so the two are never confused.

Price for a target margin

Switch modes to find the selling price that gives exactly the margin you want.

Losses shown clearly

If your price is below cost, the loss and negative margin are shown, not hidden.

Exact maths

Percentages are calculated with exact decimal arithmetic and rounded to two decimal places.

How to use the Profit Margin Calculator

  1. Enter your cost.
  2. Enter your selling price, or switch to target margin.
  3. See profit, margin and markup instantly.

Questions

What is the difference between margin and markup?

Margin is profit as a share of the selling price; markup is profit as a share of the cost. Buying at 75 and selling at 100 is a 25% margin but a 33.33% markup.

How do I price for a 30% margin?

Price = cost ÷ (1 − 0.30). Switch to "Find price for a target margin" to calculate it.

Should I include delivery costs in my cost?

Yes. Include every cost of selling the item, such as delivery, packaging and payment fees, or your margin will look better than it is.

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