Break-even Calculator

Calculate break-even point in units and revenue from fixed costs, price and variable cost.

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By MerQPrime Editorial TeamUpdated 2026-06-20Reviewed 2026-06-20Editorial policy

Overview

About the Break-even Calculator

Know exactly when your business covers its costs. Enter monthly or annual fixed costs, selling price per unit and variable cost per unit to find the break-even point in units and revenue — critical for startups, cafes, manufacturers and side hustles.

Benefits

How it works

1Enter total fixed costs (rent, salaries, insurance, etc.).
2Enter selling price per unit or service.
3Enter variable cost per unit (materials, shipping, commissions).
4View break-even units and break-even revenue.
5Adjust price or costs to model different scenarios.

Applications

Use cases

Validate a startup idea before investing capital.
Set sales targets for a new product launch.
See how lowering variable costs speeds break-even.
Plan café, salon or agency monthly targets.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the break-even formula?

Break-even units = Fixed costs ÷ (Price per unit − Variable cost per unit). Break-even revenue = Break-even units × Price per unit.

What if price equals variable cost?

You cannot break even — each unit sold does not contribute to fixed costs. You must raise price or cut variable or fixed costs.

Should fixed costs be monthly or annual?

Use one period consistently. Enter monthly fixed costs for monthly targets, or annual for yearly planning — the calculator labels results accordingly.