How to use this calculator
Enter per-shipment shipping cost, packaging cost, number of subscribers, and shipping fee charged.
- Use monthly shipment volume.
- Include packaging material cost.
- Compare net shipping cost with subscription margin.
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Subscription Shipping Calculator
Measure the real shipping burden in a subscription business. Include shipment cost, packaging, subscribers, and shipping fee to see whether fulfillment is profitable.
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Shipping cost inputs$
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subscribers
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What the result means
The result shows whether your shipping fee covers fulfillment cost or whether your business is subsidizing shipping.
Net Shipping Cost = (Shipping Cost + Packaging Cost) × Subscribers − Shipping Fee × Subscribers
Free or underpriced shipping can increase conversion but may quietly reduce contribution margin.
Example calculation
If shipping costs $8, packaging costs $2, 500 subscribers receive shipments, and each pays $5 shipping, net shipping cost is $2,500.
Tips for better results
- Review carrier contracts regularly.
- Reduce package weight and dimensions.
- Create a free shipping threshold.
- Monitor regional shipping costs.
FAQ
How much should shipping cost for a subscription box?
Shipping should fit within your contribution margin after product, packaging, and fulfillment costs.
Should I offer free shipping for subscriptions?
Free shipping can improve conversion, but it should be built into the subscription price or minimum order value.
How do I calculate monthly subscription shipping cost?
Multiply per-shipment shipping and packaging costs by subscriber count, then subtract shipping fees collected.
What percentage of subscription revenue should shipping be?
Many businesses try to keep shipping and fulfillment costs within a controlled share of revenue, often below the gross margin cushion.
How can I reduce subscription shipping costs?
Optimize packaging, negotiate carrier rates, batch shipments, reduce zones, and increase the minimum subscription price.
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Decision modules
| Module | Details |
|---|---|
| Main Result | Net shipping cost or surplus |
| Cost Ratio | Shipping cost per subscriber |
| Health Score | Fee recovery and cost burden |
| Recommendation | Fulfillment optimization guidance |
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