eCommerce

Markup Calculator

Calculate markup percentage and selling price from cost and desired profit.

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Results update as you type. Nothing is sent anywhere — the maths runs in your browser.

$

Your cost to produce or purchase the item.

%

Desired markup percentage.

Formula

Selling Price = Cost × (1 + Markup%) Profit = Selling Price − Cost Margin = Profit ÷ Selling Price × 100

Markup is the percentage added to cost. Margin is profit as a percentage of selling price. 100% markup = 50% margin.

Selling Price
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Profit per unit
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Profit margin
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Cost
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Markup
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Frequently asked questions

Markup vs margin?

Markup is profit over cost. Margin is profit over price. 50% markup = 33% margin. 100% markup = 50% margin.

What is a standard markup?

Retail: 50-100%. Grocery: 15-25%. Luxury: 200-500%. SaaS is different — no per-unit cost.

How do I set the right markup?

Consider competitor pricing, perceived value, target margin, and willingness to pay.

Does higher markup always mean more profit?

Not if it reduces volume. Find the price point that maximizes total profit (price × volume).