Break Even Point Calculator
How many units must I sell to cover all fixed and variable costs. Enter the quantities below to calculate the result.
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What to enter
| Input | Meaning and units |
|---|---|
| Fixed cost (currency) | Enter fixed cost in currency; use the same basis as the other measurements. |
| Unit selling price (currency) | Enter unit selling price in currency; use the same basis as the other measurements. |
| Variable cost per unit (currency) | Enter variable cost per unit in currency; use the same basis as the other measurements. |
Understanding your result
The outputs describe the mathematical scenario you entered. Assumed rates, timing and included costs determine the result; an estimate is not an offer or eligibility decision.
Common mistakes
- Mixing annual and monthly periods, or leaving out a cost that the model does not include.
Check your calculation
- Compare a simple one-period or zero-change case with hand arithmetic before applying a longer scenario.
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How many units must I sell to cover all fixed and variable costs?
How many units must I sell to cover all fixed and variable costs. Enter the quantities below to calculate the result.
Common uses
- How many units must I sell to cover all fixed and variable costs
How it works
Divide fixed cost by positive unit contribution; round whole sale units upward.
Worked example
Enter Fixed cost: 700 currency; Unit selling price: 25 currency; Variable cost per unit: 15.5 currency. Results: Exact break-even quantity: 73.6842105263158 units; Whole units needed: 74 units; Exact break-even revenue: 1842.1052631578948 currency.