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Break-Even Calculator — Sales Needed to Cover Costs
Estimate how many whole units you need to sell to cover fixed and variable costs.
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How to use it
- Use the calculator above and replace the example numbers with your own.
- Check the units and choices beside each input. Your result updates as you type.
- Review the breakdown, then share a copy or carry the answer into another calculator.
How the calculation works
Contribution per unit = selling price − variable cost. Break-even units = fixed costs ÷ contribution, rounded up to a whole unit.
A worked example
These are illustrative inputs, not recommendations. The result is calculated with the same engine used by the tool.
- Fixed costs ($)
- 5,000
- Selling price per unit ($)
- 50
- Variable cost per unit ($)
- 20
Questions about Break-Even Calculator — Sales Needed to Cover Costs
What does this calculator do?
Estimate how many whole units you need to sell to cover fixed and variable costs.
Can I calculate without an account?
Yes. Calculate for free without signing in. Sign in only if you want to save calculations and personal plans.
What to keep in mind
Selling price must exceed variable cost. The model assumes a single product with constant costs and price, and excludes taxes or costs you have not entered.
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