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. The calculator updates instantly and shows your full cost picture, including what you actually pay the government on top of wages.

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.