Free startup tool
Startup Cost Calculator
Estimate what you need before launch, including one-time setup costs and the cash cushion required to survive the first few months.
Best used before
Signing a lease
Buying equipment
Hiring employees
Applying for financing
Inputs
Adjust the numbers for your launch
$700
$8,500
$6,000
$1,800
$2,500
$4,000
Before you register
Choose the structure, registered agent, business name, and state filing path.
Before you borrow
Know whether the gap is startup cash, working capital, or a long-term asset purchase.
Before launch
Convert the estimate into a checklist with vendors, owners, due dates, and proof of completion.