Grooming Salon Profitability Calculator – Groomer Brand Lab

A free tool by Groomer Brand Lab

Salon Profitability Calculator

See your real numbers — revenue, true employee cost, overhead, and whether your pay structure is actually sustainable.

All fields are editable — the example values are just a starting point. Enter your own numbers in each section, then hit Calculate to see your full cost picture.

Step 1: Your Revenue

🐾 Your Pricing

$
Per groom, before tip
Average across all groomers
Days your salon operates

Step 2: Employee Cost

💰 Commission Structure

%
Industry range: 28-50%
Full-time equivalent

⏱️ Hourly Structure

$
CA range: $17-$22/hr

⚖️ Hybrid Structure

$
%
📋 Employer Payroll Tax Rate
%
Added on top of wages automatically

This is what you pay as the employer on top of wages — Social Security (6.2%), Medicare (1.45%), FUTA (~0.6%), and state unemployment. California owners: add SDI and higher SUI rates, so CA typically runs 13-15%. Ask your accountant for your exact number.

Step 3: Monthly Overhead

🏠 Fixed Monthly Costs

$
$
Electric, water, internet
$
Shampoo, tools, consumables
$
Insurance, software, marketing

📊 Your Real Numbers (Monthly)

Monthly Revenue
$0
— dogs/month
True Employee Cost
$0
wages + payroll taxes
Total Overhead
$0
rent + utilities + supplies + other
Monthly Profit
$0
— margin
Commission Sustainability Check
How many dogs to cover each expense?
📍 A note on regional variation: Default values are set with California in mind, where minimum wage is higher, groom tickets run $85-$120+, and employer taxes are steeper. If you’re in a lower cost-of-living state, adjust every field to match your market — especially the payroll tax rate and average groom price.

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This calculator provides estimates for planning purposes only. Payroll tax rates vary by state, payroll size, and other factors. Consult your accountant for exact figures before making pay structure decisions.