METHOD
How this tool works
Break-even units equal fixed costs divided by contribution per unit.
CALCULATORS
Break-even Calculator
Find the sales volume needed to cover fixed costs.
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Break-even units
Break-even revenue
Contribution per unit
EXAMPLE
A quick check
With 1,000 fixed cost and 20 contribution per unit, break-even is 50 units.
Formula / reference
Break-even units = fixed costs ÷ (price per unit − variable cost per unit)Designed for a single task.Inputs are processed in your browser; Utilens does not require an account or intentionally send your entered tool values to an application server.
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Quick answers
What is contribution per unit?
Selling price minus variable cost per unit.
Can variable cost exceed price?
That means there is no positive break-even point.