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Break-Even Rate Calculator

The break-even rate is what you need to earn per mile before any profit. It combines your operating cost per mile with fixed trip costs spread across the trip's miles. Loads that pay below break-even cost you money on a fully-costed basis.

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Your all-in cost per mile, including fixed and variable costs.

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One-time trip costs such as permits, tolls, or other fixed charges.

miles

Loaded plus deadhead miles.

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Assumptions

  • Operating cost per mile already includes fixed and variable costs.
  • Trip fixed costs are entered as a total.

Disclaimers

  • Estimates only. Break-even depends on accurate cost inputs.

Enter your numbers and press Calculate

Your results will appear here with a breakdown of each figure. No email or account required.

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