How It Works
Three simple steps to get accurate calculations
1
Calculate Costs
Add up the cost of lemons, sugar, cups, and other supplies needed.
2
Set Your Price
Decide how much to charge per cup of lemonade.
3
Count Sales
Track how many cups you sell during your lemonade stand day.
4
See Your Profit
Learn if you made money and how to improve next time!
Lemonade Stand Parameters
Calculate profitability for your lemonade stand or small pop-up business.
Share Your Scenario
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🍋 Example: Kid's Lemonade Stand
• Sell 12 cups per hour, open 6 hours per day
• $1.50 per cup, $0.35 ingredient cost per cup
• $25 daily operating costs (permit, table rental, etc.)
Result: $108 revenue - $50.20 costs = $57.80 profit (54% margin)
Lemonade stand profitability
Daily Net Profit
$57.80
Profit per day
Daily Performance
Daily Cups Sold72 cups
Daily Revenue$108.00
Total Daily Costs$50.20
Profit Margin53.5%
Break-Even Analysis
Break-Even Cups Needed22 cups
Contribution per Cup$1.15
Business Insights
Excellent Profit!
🎉 Great job! You'll make $57.80 profit with a 53.5% profit margin. That's a very successful lemonade stand!
Breaking Even!
🎯 You only need 22 cups to break even, and you're planning to sell 72 cups. You'll cover your costs easily!
Business Learning Tip
📚 Each cup makes $1.15 after ingredients. This "contribution" helps pay for your setup costs and creates profit!
Frequently Asked Questions
How much should kids charge for lemonade?
Most lemonade stands charge $0.50 to $2.00 per cup. Start with $1.00 and adjust based on your neighborhood and cup size. Higher quality ingredients can justify higher prices.
What supplies do kids need for a lemonade stand?
Basic supplies include lemons, sugar, water, cups, napkins, a pitcher, cooler with ice, table, chair, and a fun sign. Budget $20-40 for a good setup.
What business lessons can kids learn?
Kids learn about profit vs revenue, cost management, customer service, marketing, money handling, and problem-solving. These are valuable life skills beyond just making money.
How can kids make their lemonade stand more profitable?
Great location, friendly service, fair pricing, quality ingredients, fun decorations, and additional items like cookies or snacks can all increase profits.
Is a permit needed for a lemonade stand?
Most areas allow kids' lemonade stands without permits, but check local regulations. Some cities have specific rules for temporary food service, even for children.
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