CALCULATORMARKUP-VS-MARGIN-CALCULATORCALCULATE · DECIDE · ACT
Money
Markup vs Margin Calculator
Avoid mixing up markup and margin by seeing both percentages from the same cost and sale price.
Enter your numbers and calculate.
Examples
| Example | Result |
|---|---|
| $60 cost, $100 sale | 66.7% markup; 40% margin |
| $50 cost, $100 sale | 100% markup; 50% margin |
Frequently asked questions
Why are markup and margin different?
Markup measures profit relative to cost, while margin measures profit relative to revenue.
Is 50% markup a 50% margin?
No. A 50% markup produces a 33.3% margin.
Which should I use?
Use whichever metric matches the decision or reporting system you are working with.