Etsy Break-even Calculator

Stop Underpricing Your Handmade Creations! Take control of your Etsy shop's success with this powerful break-even calculator. Effortlessly track your expenses, experiment with pricing, and plan profitable strategies tailored to your handmade creations. Perfect for beginners and seasoned artisans alike, this user-friendly tool empowers you to make informed decisions, boost your earnings, and grow your business with confidence. Instantly download your calculator in an easy-to-use spreadsheet format, compatible with both desktop and mobile devices. Looking for a personal touch? Easily customize your calculator with your logo.

💳 Accurate Etsy Fee Structure:

• Listing fees: $0.20 per item (with duration tracking)

• Transaction fees: 6.5% of total sale price

• Payment processing: 3% + $0.25 per transaction

• Off-site ads: 15% for shops under $10k/year, 12% for $10k+

• Etsy Plus: Optional $10/month subscription

⏰ Labor & Time Investment Calculator:

• Separate time tracking: Design, production, and finishing time

• Hourly rate calculator with real-time labor cost updates

• Time ROI analysis showing actual earnings per hour

• Critical for handmade sellers who often undervalue their time

🧵 Craft-Specific Cost Categories:

• Materials & production (fabric, yarn, wood, tools)

• Photography costs (crucial for Etsy success)

• SEO tools (Marmalead, eRank, etc.)

• Workspace/studio costs

• Business licensing and insurance

• Tool/equipment amortization

📊 Artisan-Focused Analytics:

• Profit per item after all Etsy fees

• Minimum selling price for target profit margins

• Seasonal sales multiplier for holiday planning

• Business viability rating based on margins and time value

• Break-even units needed to cover monthly costs

🎯 Professional Export Options:

• PDF reports with artisan-focused layout

• Excel export with detailed cost breakdowns

• Print-friendly reports for business planning

• JSON data for integration with other tools

For All Etsy Sellers:

• Complete fee transparency - no surprises from Etsy's complex fee structure

• Business viability assessment - is your Etsy shop actually profitable?

• Professional reporting for tax planning and business decisions

• Multiple product analysis with save/load functionality