Break-Even Calculator
Find how many units you must sell to cover fixed costs.
How to use the Break-Even Calculator
Essential for pricing, launching products and planning a business: enter fixed costs, price and variable cost per unit.
Formula
Break-even units = Fixed costs ÷ (Price − Variable cost)
Worked example
$12,000 fixed costs, a $49 price and $18 variable cost means 388 units to break even.
Frequently asked questions
What counts as a fixed cost?
Costs that don't change with volume in the short term — rent, salaries, software subscriptions, insurance.
Results are estimates for educational and planning purposes. Always confirm important financial, health or legal decisions with a qualified professional. Last reviewed 2026-09-27.