Contribution Margin Calculator

Calculate contribution margin, ratios, and break-even points for better pricing decisions

✓ Contribution margin ✓ Break-even analysis ✓ Profitability metrics

Contribution Margin Calculator

Product Information

Variable Cost Breakdown (Optional)

About This Calculator

Calculate contribution margin to understand product profitability and make pricing decisions

Formula:

Contribution Margin = Selling Price - Variable Costs

Key Concepts

Variable Costs: Costs that change with production volume
Fixed Costs: Costs that remain constant
Break-even: Point where total revenue equals total costs
CM Ratio: Contribution margin as % of sales
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How to Use

  1. Enter the selling price per unit
  2. Input variable cost per unit
  3. Specify number of units sold
  4. Add total fixed costs
  5. Optionally break down variable costs
  6. Review contribution margin analysis

Using Contribution Margin

Pricing Decisions

Set prices to maximize contribution margin per unit.

Product Mix

Focus on products with higher contribution margins.

Break-even Analysis

Determine minimum sales needed to cover costs.