Break-Even Calculator
Calculate the break-even point for your business or product
Enter Cost Details
Total fixed costs that don't change with production volume
Cost to produce/acquire one additional unit
Revenue generated from selling one unit
Break-Even Units
2,500.0
units to sell
Break-Even Revenue
$125,000
in sales needed
Contribution Margin
Per Unit
$20
Ratio
40.0%
Contribution margin = Selling price - Variable cost
Break-Even Chart
Revenue Total Cost Break-Even
Profit/Loss at Different Volumes
| Units | Revenue | Total Cost | Profit/Loss | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,000 | $50,000 | $80,000 | -$30,000 | Loss |
| 1,500 | $75,000 | $95,000 | -$20,000 | Loss |
| 2,000 | $100,000 | $110,000 | -$10,000 | Loss |
| 2,500 | $125,000 | $125,000 | +$0 | Profit |
| 3,000 | $150,000 | $140,000 | +$10,000 | Profit |
| 3,500 | $175,000 | $155,000 | +$20,000 | Profit |
| 4,000 | $200,000 | $170,000 | +$30,000 | Profit |
| 4,500 | $225,000 | $185,000 | +$40,000 | Profit |
| 5,000 | $250,000 | $200,000 | +$50,000 | Profit |
What-If Scenarios
Adjust values below to see how changes affect your break-even point
Understanding Break-Even Analysis
Key Formulas
- Break-Even Units = Fixed Costs / Contribution Margin
- Contribution Margin = Selling Price - Variable Cost
- Break-Even Revenue = Break-Even Units x Selling Price
- Contribution Margin Ratio = (CM / Price) x 100
Tips for Lowering Break-Even
- Reduce fixed costs (negotiate rent, optimize staff)
- Lower variable costs (bulk purchasing, efficiency)
- Increase selling price (if market allows)
- Improve product mix (sell higher-margin items)