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Break-even Calculator

Estimate break-even units, contribution margin and break-even revenue.

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Break-even

Estimate how many units you need to sell before fixed costs are covered.

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Break-even units500
Break-even revenue$25,000.00
Contribution margin40.00%
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How it works

Get a clear answer without a spreadsheet

Estimate how many units must be sold before contribution margin covers fixed costs.

Enter the values you already know and Utilivo calculates the key result instantly. The calculation runs in your browser so you can compare scenarios without submitting the numbers to us.

Formula

How the result is calculated

Break-even units = fixed costs ÷ (selling price per unit − variable cost per unit).

Example

A quick real-world example

With $10,000 fixed costs, a $50 price and $30 variable cost, break-even is 500 units.

Common uses

When this tool is useful

  • Business planning
  • Product pricing
  • Sales target setting

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