Construction markup calculator

Calculator result and formula

Price with markup: 1150 USD

Formula: Direct cost × (1 + markup)

Formula ID: GEN-MARKUP-001 · Version 1.0.0 · Published · Last reviewed Aug 26, 2026.

Inputs

• Direct cost: Materials, labour, equipment, and other direct cost before markup Default: 1000.
• Markup: Markup percentage applied to direct cost Default: 15.

How this calculator works

This calculator keeps the relationship between direct cost, markup amount and customer price visible for preliminary estimating.

1. Enter the cost basis you intend to mark up.
2. Enter the markup percentage, not margin percentage.
3. Review taxes, discounts, overhead and contract terms separately before issuing a quote.

Worked example: Example: a $1,000 direct cost with 15% markup produces a $150 markup amount and a $1,150 customer price before separately treated discount or tax.

Assumptions and limitations

• Markup is calculated on direct cost, not on customer price.
• Discount, tax, overhead and contingency require their own explicit estimate components.
• Currency is shown as USD in this MVP calculator.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Confirm the measurement basis and units before using the result.
• Keep waste or allowance visible and adjust it for the actual job conditions.
• Confirm supplier packaging, delivery increments, specifications, and final site requirements before ordering.

Calculator disclaimer

This planning calculator does not determine structural design, code compliance, installation requirements, or guaranteed pricing. Confirm final requirements with the appropriate responsible professional, authority, manufacturer, and supplier.

Formula review and sources

Internal QA complete · independent external review pending · Formula assumptions documented.

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