Four numbers worth knowing early.
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What will it cost to start?
One-time setup costs, plus the running costs to cover before revenue arrives. The months figure is the cushion you are planning for.
When do you break even?
The number of sales a month that covers your fixed costs. Contribution is what each sale leaves behind once the cost of delivering it is paid.
What should you charge an hour?
Billable hours are always fewer than working hours. Admin, sales and unpaid revisions all come out of the same week, which is why the percentage matters more than the total.
What should you price a product at?
Works back from the margin you want rather than guessing a number. Payment fees are added on top so the margin survives the checkout.
Frequently asked questions
Do these calculators cost anything?
Yes. There is no account, no email and no payment. Everything runs in your browser.
Is my data saved or sent anywhere?
No. Nothing you type leaves the page and nothing is stored. Closing the tab clears it.
How do I work out my breakeven point?
Divide your fixed costs by the contribution each sale makes, which is your price minus the variable cost of delivering it. The breakeven calculator on this page does that arithmetic and shows the revenue figure it corresponds to.
How do I set a freelance hourly rate?
Start from the income you want, add your business costs, then divide by the hours you can actually bill, which is always fewer than the hours you work. The hourly rate calculator shows both the raw figure and what it becomes once unbillable time is accounted for.