Purpose
This calculator estimates profit, margin and markup from cost and sale value. It can support pricing review for goods, services or advisory proposals.
Profit = Sale value − Cost
Margin % = Profit ÷ Sale value × 100
Markup % = Profit ÷ Cost × 100
Margin % = Profit ÷ Sale value × 100
Markup % = Profit ÷ Cost × 100
Limitations
Include taxes, duties, freight, discounts, returns, finance cost and overheads separately where relevant. This is not a substitute for full cost accounting.
Frequently asked questions
Is margin the same as markup?No. Margin compares profit with sale value, while markup compares profit with cost.