Contractor Break-Even Calculator
Enter your monthly overhead, owner's salary, and average job details to find out exactly how many jobs you need per month to break even — and how much you're making (or losing) right now.
How This Calculator Works
Enter your monthly overhead, owner's salary (if applicable), average job revenue, average job cost, and how many jobs you're currently completing per month. The calculator finds your break-even point.
You'll see exactly how many jobs you need per month to break even, the revenue required to cover your fixed costs, your margin per job in dollars and percent, and whether you're currently profitable or in the red.
Every contractor has a number — the minimum jobs per month to keep the lights on. This tool finds that number so you can stop guessing and start planning with confidence.
Enter Your Numbers
Rent, insurance, trucks, office, tools, admin
What you need to pay yourself each month
What you charge the customer per job on average
Materials + labor + equipment per job
How many jobs you're completing right now
Your results will appear here
Enter your overhead and job details to find your break-even point.
Stop Guessing, Start Planning
Most contractors don't know their break-even point. They just hope there's money left over at the end of the month. This calculator gives you a real number to aim for.
Know Your Number
Every contractor has a break-even number — the minimum jobs per month to cover all fixed costs. Know yours and you'll always know where you stand.
Plan for Growth
Want to hire another crew member or lease a new truck? See how those fixed costs change your break-even point before you commit.
Set Revenue Goals
Turn your break-even point into a monthly revenue target. Everything above it is profit you keep.
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