Project ROI Calculator Interactive Calculator
Is the project worth doing? Return on investment tells you faster than any other metric.
By the analysts at Blackridge Research
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What this means
Adjust the inputs to calculate.
About the Project ROI Calculator
Project ROI is the fastest way to determine if a project is worth doing.
It compares the project's value to its cost.
This tool calculates project ROI and net profit.
Formula
ROI = (Project Value - Project Cost) / Project Cost × 100 - ROI
- — Return on Investment
- PV
- — Project Value
- PC
- — Project Cost
ROI = (Project Value - Project Cost) / Project Cost × 100.
Net Profit = Project Value - Project Cost.
How to use this calculator
- 1
Enter project value
The total value or revenue from the project.
- 2
Enter project cost
The total cost of the project.
Example calculations
Commercial building project
Example 1A building project has a value of $1.2M and costs $1.0M.
- Project ROI:
- 20%
- Net profit:
- $200,000
Interpreting your results
ROI > 20%: Highly profitable project.
ROI 10-20%: Moderately profitable project.
ROI < 10%: Low profitability project.
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The Project ROI Calculator is only as good as its inputs. Blackridge Research publishes syndicated market reports with vetted market sizes, growth rates, and competitive landscapes across 40+ industries — and builds custom studies when the shelf report doesn't exist.
Industry applications
Business
- Project selection: compare project ROIs.
- Investment decisions: prioritize high ROI projects.
- Portfolio management: balance project returns.
Construction
- Real estate development: evaluate project returns.
- Infrastructure projects: assess project viability.
- Public-private partnerships: evaluate partnership ROI.
Research
- Feasibility studies: ROI is essential.
- Project analysis: compare project performance.
Common mistakes to avoid
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Excluding all costs
Include all direct and indirect costs.
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Overstating project value
Use realistic revenue or value projections.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good project ROI?
20%+ is good for most construction projects.
How does project ROI differ from company ROI?
Project ROI measures a single project; company ROI measures the entire business.
Glossary
- Project ROI:
- The return on investment from a specific project.
- Net profit:
- Project value minus project cost.
- Risk-adjusted return:
- Return adjusted for the project's risk level.
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