Profit Margin Calculator
Enter what you sold for and what it cost you to see profit, margin % and markup %.
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How to use the Profit Margin Calculator
- 1Enter revenue (selling price).
- 2Enter cost.
- 3See profit, margin and markup.
Formula
Profit = Revenue − Cost. Margin % = Profit ÷ Revenue × 100. For example, selling for ₹1,250 something that cost ₹1,000 gives ₹250 profit, a 20% margin and a 25% markup.
Margin vs markup
Margin is profit as a share of the selling price; markup is profit as a share of cost. The same sale always has a higher markup than margin.
Frequently asked questions
What's a good profit margin?
What's a good profit margin?
It varies by trade: groceries often run 5–15% gross, while services can be 40% or more.
Should I include GST?
Should I include GST?
No — use prices without GST, since GST isn't your income.
Can margin be over 100%?
Can margin be over 100%?
No, margin can't exceed 100%; markup can.