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Gross Margin Calculator

Calculate the fundamental profit margin of your physical products before general operating overhead.

Calculator Variables

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Calculation Overview

Calculate your gross profit margin percentage based on revenues and cost of goods sold (COGS).

Mathematical Model & Formula

Gross Margin % = ((Revenue - COGS) / Revenue) * 100

Divides gross profit (revenue minus raw product production outlays) by total revenue to determine product pricing health.

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Worked Example Scenario

Scenario: Sales of $50,000 with COGS of $20,000.

  1. Gross profit = $50,000 - $20,000 = $30,000
  2. Margin = ($30,000 / $50,000) * 100

Result: Gross margin is 60.00%.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is gross margin different from markup?

Gross margin compares profit to the selling price, while markup compares profit to the wholesale purchase cost.