Markup Calculator
Calculate markup percentages, profit margins, and optimal pricing for your products or services. Determine selling prices based on cost and desired markup.
Step 1: Pricing Information
Markup vs Margin
Markup is calculated as a percentage of the cost price, while margin is calculated as a percentage of the selling price. This calculator helps you determine both.
Step 2: Calculation Options
Industry Markup Guidelines
Typical markups vary by industry: Retail (50-100%), Wholesale (20-50%), Manufacturing (15-35%), Services (25-75%), Restaurants (200-400% for food).
Markup Calculation Results
Recommended Selling Price
Markup Calculation Methods
Understanding Markup Formulas
Markup % = ((Selling Price – Cost Price) / Cost Price) × 100
Margin % = ((Selling Price – Cost Price) / Selling Price) × 100
Markup is based on cost, while margin is based on selling price.
Price & Profit Breakdown
Industry Comparison
| Industry | Typical Markup | Your Markup | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retail | 50-100% | 50% | Within Range |
| Wholesale | 20-50% | 50% | High End |
| Manufacturing | 15-35% | 50% | Above Range |
| Services | 25-75% | 50% | Within Range |
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