Profit Calculator
Work out your gross and net profit in seconds. Enter your revenue, cost of goods sold and operating expenses to see exactly how much your business keeps.
Figures are shown in the currency you select. Currency is a display setting only — no exchange-rate conversion is applied.
What your result means
This tool gives you an instant, accurate profit calculator so you can make pricing and planning decisions with real numbers instead of guesswork. Adjust any input and recalculate to explore different scenarios before you commit.
Formula
Net Profit = Gross Profit − Operating Expenses
Worked example
A café earns $10,000 in monthly revenue. Ingredients and drinks cost $6,000 (COGS). Rent, wages and utilities add up to $1,500 in operating expenses.
Net Profit = $4,000 − $1,500 = $2,500
Common mistakes
- Confusing gross profit with net profit — gross profit ignores rent, wages and other overheads.
- Forgetting one-off costs (equipment repairs, bank fees) inside 'operating expenses'.
- Comparing profit in dollars across months of different sizes instead of using profit percentage.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between gross profit and net profit?
Gross profit only subtracts the direct cost of producing what you sold (COGS). Net profit goes further and subtracts everything else it costs to run the business — rent, salaries, marketing, utilities and other overheads.
Is a higher profit percentage always better?
Generally yes, but it depends on your industry. Grocery stores often run on thin margins (2–5%) but high volume, while services or software can run 40%+ margins on lower volume. Compare against others in your industry, not a universal number.
Should I include my own salary as an operating expense?
If you're paying yourself a fixed wage from the business, yes — include it in operating expenses so your net profit reflects the business's true performance, separate from your personal draw.