Business
Instant, private, and free
Break-even Calculator.
Calculate break-even units and revenue from fixed and variable costs
Set your values
Results update as you type.
FAQs
What is the break-even point?
It is the sales level where total revenue equals total costs, meaning profit is zero.
Cite this calculator
Canonical URL: https://mathify.one/en/business/break-even
Cite as: Mathify. (2026). Break-even Calculator. https://mathify.one/en/business/break-even
Use Cases
Pricing Strategy Planning
Determine the minimum price per unit needed to cover costs at a target sales volume, or assess the impact of price changes on the break-even point.
Example: If fixed costs are $10,000, variable cost is $5, and you want to sell 2,000 units, you need a price of at least $10 to break even.
Sales Target Setting
Set realistic sales targets by knowing exactly how many units you must sell to avoid losses, helping you align marketing and sales efforts.
Example: With fixed costs of $20,000, price of $50, and variable cost of $30, you need to sell 1,000 units to break even.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the break-even point?
- The break-even point is the level of sales (in units or revenue) at which total revenues equal total costs, resulting in neither profit nor loss. It's calculated by dividing fixed costs by the contribution margin per unit (price minus variable cost).
- How do I use this break-even calculator?
- Enter your total fixed costs (e.g., rent, salaries), the selling price per unit, and the variable cost per unit (e.g., materials, labor). The calculator will show the number of units you need to sell and the revenue required to cover all costs.
- What if my price or variable costs change?
- Simply adjust the price or variable cost fields and recalculate. This helps you see how changes in pricing or costs affect the break-even point, allowing you to plan pricing strategies and cost control.
Tips & Common Mistakes
Tips
- Ensure fixed costs include all overheads like rent, salaries, and insurance, not just production costs.
- Variable costs should be per unit and include materials, direct labor, and shipping.
- Use the calculator to test different price points and see how many units you need to sell at each price.
- Remember that break-even analysis is a planning tool; actual results may vary due to market conditions.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Forgetting to include all fixed costs, leading to an underestimated break-even point.
- Using total variable costs instead of per-unit variable cost, which skews the calculation.
- Ignoring the impact of taxes or discounts, which can affect the actual break-even point.
Last updated: August 13, 2026