Calculator

Markup

Turn a base cost and markup target into a selling price you can quote.

Result

Markup

Turn a base cost and markup target into a selling price you can quote.

Markup is added on top of cost, while margin measures what share of the final price is profit.

Selling price
$84.00
Markup amount
$24.00
Resulting margin
28.57%

Breakdown

Plain-English math so the result stays easy to explain.

  • Base cost
    $60.00
  • Markup %
    40.0%
  • Markup amount
    $24.00

Pricing

Cost-Plus Pricing Calculator

Use cost-plus pricing when you want a straightforward markup on top of your base cost.

This calculator helps product sellers and service businesses turn a cost base into a simple selling price without losing sight of the resulting margin.

How to use this page

Start with your best current estimate, adjust the inputs until the result feels realistic, and use the related tools below when you want to pressure-test price, profit, or payout from another angle.

Turn a base cost and markup target into a selling price you can quote.

The calculator, examples, and shareable URL all stay aligned so you can test ideas quickly and revisit them later.

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Worked examples

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Retail product markup

A simple cost-plus check when the unit cost is stable.

$65.10selling price

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Package pricing from delivery cost

Use the same math when a service package has a clear cost base.

$464.00selling price

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Last updated

April 18, 2026

Pricing examples and assumptions were reviewed for this page.

FAQ

Quick answers

Short answers for the questions that usually come up first.

What is cost-plus pricing?

Cost-plus pricing starts with your cost and adds a markup percentage to arrive at a selling price.

Is cost-plus pricing enough on its own?

It is a practical starting point, but you should still check the result against margin, demand, and market context.