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%

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

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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.

Use the calculator with the examples below to test ideas quickly and come back to the same setup later.

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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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FAQ

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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.