Cattle Profit & Break-Even Calculator
Know your numbers before you hit the sale barn. Defaults are pre-loaded with current 2026 market prices — adjust to match your operation.
Your Operation
2026 avg: 600 lb feeder ~$2,600 · 500 lb calf ~$2,200 · cow-calf pair ~$5,000
2026 avg: $2.68–$3.29/day purchased hay (Univ. of Missouri Extension)
Additional Costs
2026 avg: $85–$130/head/year (Penn State Extension). Vaccines, treatments, check-ups.
Hauling, bedding, labor, minerals, etc.
Target Sell Price
2026 avg: 900 lb finished steer ~$3,300 · 800 lb stocker ~$2,960 (USDA ERS ~$370/cwt)
Estimated Profit
Total across 50 head · $65.00/head
Break-Even Price
$3,335.00
per head to sell
Return on Investment
1.9%
per head
Total Revenue
$170,000.00
Total Cost
$166,750.00
Better health tracking and feed management typically saves ranchers 8–15% on vet and feed costs per head.
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Default values reflect June 2026 market benchmarks from USDA AMS auction reports, USDA ERS price forecasts, University of Missouri Extension, and Penn State Extension. This calculator provides estimates for planning purposes only. Actual results will vary based on market conditions, animal performance, and operation-specific factors. RanchTracker savings estimates are based on industry averages and are not guaranteed.