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Food Truck Breakeven Calculator

Calculate the breakeven point for your food truck business. Determine daily sales needed to cover truck payments, permits, ingredients, and labor.

예시 계산

기본값: fixed: 3,000 | variable: 5 | price: 12

손익분기점

429

손익분기 매출

$5,148

공헌이익

$7.00

단위당

공헌이익률

58.3%

Food trucks offer a lower-cost entry into the food industry compared to traditional restaurants. This calculator helps you determine how many meals you need to sell each day to cover your costs and start making a profit.

  • 1Location selection is critical — high-traffic spots can double or triple your daily sales.
  • 2Keep your menu focused (5-8 items) to reduce food waste and simplify operations.
  • 3Track daily sales by location to identify your most profitable spots.
  • 4Factor in fuel, commissary kitchen fees, and event permit costs as fixed expenses.
  • 5Social media presence is essential for letting customers know where you will be each day.

자주 묻는 질문

What are typical food truck startup costs?

A used food truck costs $50,000-$100,000, while a new custom build can be $100,000-$200,000. Add $10,000-$20,000 for permits, licenses, initial inventory, and branding. Monthly fixed costs typically run $2,000-$5,000.

How many meals does a food truck need to sell daily?

At $12 average price and $5 food cost, with $3,000 monthly fixed costs, you need about 430 meals/month or roughly 20 meals per day (operating 22 days/month) to break even.

What permits do food trucks need?

Requirements vary by city but typically include: business license, food handler's permit, health department permit, mobile food vendor license, fire department inspection, and commissary kitchen agreement.