What this calculator does
Every input on this markup calculator maps to a real decision, so the output is something you can act on immediately, not a rough ballpark you'll have to double-check elsewhere.
Markup is the amount added to cost to arrive at selling price.
How to use the Markup Calculator
- Start by entering **Cost** — this anchors every downstream number in the markup calculator.
- Set **Markup %**; the result and chart recalculate the moment you finish typing.
- Review the breakdown card for the components that make up the headline number.
- Use Copy, Share, or Print to save the exact scenario — or star it to keep it in your favorites.
The formula
Price = Cost × (1 + Markup%)
Worked example
$50 cost with 40% markup = $70 price.
Common mistakes
- Confusing markup with margin
- Under-pricing services
- Ignoring competitive pricing
When to use it
Use for retail and product pricing decisions.
Pro tips for the Markup Calculator
- Copy the result to paste it directly into email, Notion, or a spreadsheet cell.
- Use Print / PDF to export a clean, ad-free summary you can share with a client or advisor.
- The chart updates live — drag values up and down to build intuition for how the formula behaves.
Frequently asked questions
›Markup vs margin?
50% markup on $50 = $75 = 33% margin.
›Standard markups?
Retail 50–100%, restaurants 300%.
›How to price?
Cost + markup, then check market.
›Keystone pricing?
100% markup — doubling cost.
›Loss leader?
Below-cost pricing to drive traffic.
›How accurate is this markup calculator?
The formulas match the standard textbook definition shown above. Rounding is applied only for display; underlying computation uses full floating-point precision. For regulated finance decisions, always confirm with a qualified professional.
›Can I embed the Markup Calculator on my site?
Embedding isn't public yet, but you can link directly to this page — the URL is stable and shareable.
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