Crop Cost per Acre Calculator

By the CalcMundi team · Updated October 22, 2026 · Formulas checked against standard financial math

Enter the acres and the season’s costs. With yield and price, see profit per acre and the break-even yield.

How we calculate

Cost per acre = total costs ÷ acres. Revenue = yield × price × acres. Break-even yield = cost per acre ÷ price per bushel.

Example

500 acres with $225,000 in costs is $450 per acre. At 50 bu/acre and $11/bu, revenue is $275,000 and profit $50,000 ($100/acre). Break-even is about 40.9 bu/acre, or $9.00/bu.

What to include

Seed and seed treatment.
Fertilizer and lime.
Herbicides, fungicides and insecticides.
Machinery, fuel, repairs and hauling.
Labor, land rent, crop insurance and interest.

Frequently asked questions

Should I include land rent?

Yes if you pay it. On owned land, many farmers include the rent they could earn, to compare fairly.

What about machinery depreciation?

For full cost, include a share of machinery value per season. See the depreciation calculator.

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Results are estimates for information only and are not financial, legal or medical advice. Rates, taxes and fees vary — confirm with a professional or your lender.