About the Packaging Cost Calculator
Total packaging cost per order — box, filler, tape, labels and inserts — and as a share of order value.
Also known as: cost of packaging, packaging per order, packing cost.
How to use this calculator
- Enter box, void fill, tape & labels, inserts / branding and the other fields.
- The result updates instantly as you type — press Calculate (or Enter) at any time.
- Review the breakdown shown under the main result.
- Use Copy result or Share to save the answer or send a link with your inputs.
Formula
Cost = box + filler + tape + inserts + labour
Worked example
Using the values pre-filled in the calculator above:
- Box = 0.85
- Void fill = 0.3
- Tape & labels = 0.15
- Inserts / branding = 0.4
- Labour per pack = 0.6
- Orders per month = 900
- Average order value = 62
the calculator returns:
- Packaging cost per order: 2.3
- Monthly packaging cost: 2,070
- Share of order value: 3.71%