What is the Teachable Money Calculator?

The Teachable Money Calculator is a powerful, professional-grade tool designed specifically for online course creators using the Teachable platform. This comprehensive calculator helps you accurately project your potential earnings, optimize your pricing strategy, and make data-driven decisions about your course business.

Unlike basic revenue calculators, our tool takes into account all the essential factors that impact your bottom line:

• Course pricing across different currencies (USD, EUR, GBP, CAD, AUD)

• Teachable’s fee structure (Basic, Pro, and Business plans)

• Payment processing fees (Stripe’s 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction)

• Student volume projections

• Multiple revenue streams and pricing strategies

Whether you’re launching your first course or managing a portfolio of educational products, this calculator provides the insights you need to maximize your earnings and grow your online teaching business.

How to Use the Teachable Money Calculator: Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Access the Calculator

Simply navigate to the calculator tool on our website. The interface is designed to be intuitive and user-friendly, with a clean, professional layout that works perfectly on both desktop and mobile devices.

Step 2: Set Your Course Parameters

Course Revenue Tab (Primary Calculator):

1. Enter Your Course Price

   • Input your intended course price in the designated field

   • The calculator automatically includes a currency symbol prefix

   • You can select from multiple currencies using the dropdown menu

2. Select Your Currency

   • Choose from USD, EUR, GBP, CAD, or AUD

   • The calculator uses current exchange rates for accurate projections

3. Adjust Student Volume

   • Use the intuitive slider to set your expected students per month

   • The value updates in real-time as you move the slider

   • Range from 1 to 500 students per month

4. Choose Your Teachable Plan

   • Select between Basic (5% + $1 per transaction)

   • Pro (5% per transaction)

   • Business (0% per transaction) plans

Step 3: Analyze Your Results

Once you’ve input your data, the calculator instantly generates:

Revenue Projections:

• Monthly revenue breakdown

• Quarterly projections (3-month totals)

• Annual revenue forecasts

Detailed Fee Analysis:

• Gross revenue before fees

• Teachable platform fees

• Payment processing fees (Stripe)

• Net revenue after all deductions

Visual Revenue Chart:

• 12-month projection graph

• Growth trajectory visualization

• Easy-to-understand bar chart format

Step 4: Explore Advanced Features

Pricing Strategy Calculator:

• Determine optimal pricing based on your income goals

• Factor in conversion rates and traffic

• Reverse-calculate required price points

Multi-Course Portfolio Analysis:

• Add multiple courses with different pricing

• Calculate combined revenue streams

• Analyze portfolio diversification

Payment Plan Comparisons:

• Compare one-time payments vs. installment plans

• Analyze cash flow impact

• Assess student affordability

Upsell & Bundle Calculations:

• Calculate revenue from course bundles

• Factor in upsell conversion rates

• Project average revenue per user (ARPU)

Fee Comparison Tool:

• Compare all three Teachable plans side-by-side

• Identify break-even points for plan upgrades

• Calculate potential savings from plan changes

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How accurate are the calculator’s projections?

The calculator uses Teachable’s actual fee structure and current payment processing rates to provide highly accurate projections. However, actual results may vary based on your specific student demographics, refund rates, and other business factors.

Q2: Does the calculator account for taxes?

No, the calculator focuses on pre-tax revenue projections. We recommend consulting with a tax professional to understand your specific tax obligations based on your location and business structure.

Q3: Can I save my calculations for future reference?

Yes! The calculator includes a “Save Scenario” feature that allows you to name and store different pricing strategies. You can access these saved scenarios from any device using the same browser.

Q4: How often are the exchange rates updated?

The calculator uses current exchange rates that are updated regularly. For the most precise calculations in local currency, we recommend double-checking current rates around significant economic events.

Q5: What if I offer discounts or run promotions?

The calculator provides baseline projections at your standard pricing. For promotional pricing, simply adjust the course price field to reflect your discounted rate, and the calculator will update all projections accordingly.

Q6: Does the calculator work for subscription-based courses?

The current version is optimized for one-time course purchases. However, you can approximate subscription revenue by setting the “students per month” to your expected monthly subscriber count and adjusting the price to your monthly subscription fee.

Q7: How does the calculator handle refunds?

The calculator projects gross revenue without accounting for potential refunds. We recommend factoring in your expected refund rate (typically 1-5% for digital products) when interpreting the results.

Q8: Can I compare multiple pricing scenarios?

Absolutely! The calculator’s “Comparison Mode” allows you to save multiple scenarios and view them side-by-side. This is perfect for testing different price points, student volumes, or Teachable plans.

Q9: Is my data stored securely?

All calculations are processed locally in your browser. Your data never leaves your device unless you explicitly use the share features. When you save scenarios, they’re stored locally in your browser’s storage.

Q10: How can I share my results with business partners?

Use the social share buttons to generate pre-formatted messages for email, social media, or direct messaging. You can also export results as PDF reports for formal presentations or business planning.

Why This Calculator is Essential for Teachable Creators

Data-Driven Pricing Decisions

Stop guessing about your course pricing. Our calculator provides concrete data to help you set prices that maximize revenue while remaining attractive to students.

Financial Planning Confidence

Plan your business growth with accurate revenue projections. Know exactly when you can hire team members, invest in marketing, or develop new courses.

Optimized Teachable Plan Selection

Determine which Teachable plan makes the most financial sense for your business volume. Calculate the exact break-even points for upgrading between plans.

Professional Business Presentations

Use the export features to create polished financial projections for investors, partners, or loan applications.

Time-Saving Automation

Instead of manually calculating fees and projections across multiple spreadsheets, get instant, accurate results with a few simple inputs.

Pro Tips for Maximum Results

1. Test Multiple Scenarios: Don’t just calculate one price point. Experiment with different pricing strategies to find your sweet spot.

2. Factor in Your Costs: While the calculator shows revenue, remember to subtract your production and marketing costs for true profitability.

3. Consider Student Lifetime Value: Use the upsell calculator to project revenue beyond the initial course purchase.

4. Regularly Revisit Projections: As your business grows, update your calculations with actual student numbers for increasingly accurate forecasts.

5. Use the Comparison Feature: Before launching a new course or changing prices, compare multiple scenarios to make informed decisions.

Start Calculating Your Teachable Success Today

Ready to transform your online course business with data-driven financial planning? Our Teachable Money Calculator is completely free to use and requires no registration. Simply visit the calculator page and start projecting your course revenue potential in seconds.

Remember: The most successful course creators don’t just create great content—they also understand their business economics. With this powerful tool, you’re equipped to make smarter financial decisions and build a sustainable, profitable online teaching business.