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Contribution Margin Calculator

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Calculates the contribution margin, which represents the revenue available to cover fixed costs and generate profit.

How To Use

How to use this calculator

Start with your values, or try a preset.

Step 1

Enter Revenue and Variable Costs in the units shown.

Step 2

Read Contribution Margin and Contribution Margin Ratio in the results panel. Results update as you change the inputs.

Step 3

Choose a preset to load an example, then adjust the values for your situation.

Worked Examples

Example calculations

See the inputs and their calculated results.

Scenario 1

Revenue: 100,000 USD; Variable Costs: 60,000 USD

Contribution Margin: 40,000 USD; Contribution Margin Ratio: 40 %

Scenario 2

Revenue: 150,000 USD; Variable Costs: 90,000 USD

Contribution Margin: 60,000 USD; Contribution Margin Ratio: 40 %

Scenario 3

Revenue: 50,000 USD; Variable Costs: 30,000 USD

Contribution Margin: 20,000 USD; Contribution Margin Ratio: 40 %

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Important

Treat this output as a planning estimate and confirm rates, tax rules, and contract terms before making financial decisions.