Manufacturing Markup Calculator
Calculate target markup percentages on factory costs, determine ex-factory wholesale selling prices, and convert between markup and gross profit margin.
Cost-Plus Manufacturing Markup
Markup vs Margin Conversion Formula
Selling Price = Manufacturing Cost × (1 + Markup %); Margin % = Markup % ÷ (1 + Markup %)- Markup (%): Profit expressed as a percentage of manufacturing cost.
- Margin (%): Profit expressed as a percentage of final selling price.
- Rule: A 50% markup on cost equals a 33.3% gross profit margin on selling price.
Step-by-Step Worked Example
Calculation Steps:
- Dollar Markup = $40.00 × 50% = $20.00
- Selling Price = $40.00 + $20.00 = $60.00
- Gross Profit Margin = ($20.00 / $60.00) × 100 = 33.33%
How to Use This Calculator
- 1Enter your total unit manufacturing cost.
- 2Enter your target markup percentage (or desired selling price).
- 3Review resulting selling price, dollar profit, and equivalent gross margin.
Assumptions & Limitations
- Manufacturing cost includes fully absorbed direct materials, labor, and plant overhead.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do manufacturers confuse markup and margin?
Markup is based on cost (Profit / Cost), while margin is based on selling price (Profit / Revenue). Confusing a 30% markup with a 30% margin results in underpricing products.
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