Locksmith Emergency Callout Profit Calculator

Estimate profit per emergency locksmith job and per month. Include on‑site and drive time, parts, mileage, card fees, lead cost, and overhead to see true margins and effective hourly rate. Simple and accurate for solo operators and small teams.

Key Benefits:

  • Calculate profit per job after overhead and effective hourly rate
  • Include on‑site and drive time plus mileage cost
  • Account for card fees and average lead/advertising cost
  • Get break‑even jobs per month and price per job
  • Share a prefilled scenario link with partners or dispatchers

Locksmith Emergency Callout Profit Calculator

Estimate profit per emergency job and per month. Include on‑site time, drive time, parts, card fees, lead cost, mileage, and overhead to get a realistic picture.

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Completed emergency callouts per month.

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Average invoice including after‑hours premium.

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Locks, cylinders, shims, or small parts used.

On‑site time to unlock/replace, excluding drive.

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Your effective hourly rate (include taxes/overhead in mind).

Round‑trip miles per job across your territory.

$

Use IRS rate or your fuel+wear estimate.

Round‑trip driving time on average.

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Payment processor % of invoice.

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Average marketing/lead fee per completed job (0 if referrals only).

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Fixed monthly cost: insurance, licensing, tools, phone, CRM.

Results

Healthy hourly rate. Consider adding weekend coverage or partnering with dispatchers.

Break‑even price per job is $87.58 at current costs.

Profit per Job (after overhead)
$60.61
Margin: 40.4% • Effective hourly: $60.61/hr

Per‑Job Breakdown

Labor cost (on‑site + drive)$40.00
Mileage cost$8.04
Card processing fees$4.35
Overhead allocation$10.00

Monthly Totals

Monthly revenue$6,750.00
Monthly profit$2,727.45
Break‑even jobs/month6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I charge a trip fee?

Trip fees help cover mileage and drive time. This calculator includes both; try adding a modest trip fee to reduce price sensitivity.

What’s a good target hourly after overhead?

Depends on your market and risk. Many aim for $60–$120+ after overhead for emergency callouts. Use the tool to test pricing and radius.

How do I reduce no‑shows and wasted drive time?

Use confirmation texts/calls, clear ETAs, and deposits for late hours. Prioritize leads within your radius and triage complexity up front.

Flat rate vs time & materials?

Flat rates are simpler for emergencies; ensure they cover typical time, mileage, and fees. Use this calculator to test a flat-rate that meets your target hourly.
Results are estimates for informational purposes only. Consult professionals for important decisions.

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