Gross From Net Amount Calculator – Net to Gross with Commission – Gross-Up Calculator
Quickly convert net to gross amounts with this free gross-up calculator. Use this gross from net calculator to calculate gross from net whenever commission, platform fee, or agency margin is included in the total. Ideal for commission-based pricing (not for payroll).
What is a Gross-Up Calculation?
A gross-up calculation is used when you know the net amount someone must receive and there’s a percentage (commission, fee, or tax) already included in the gross amount. You need to find the gross total so that, after deducting that percentage, the receiver still gets the agreed net. Learn more about the concept on Wikipedia: Gross-up.
Gross-Up Formula
Formula: Gross = Net ÷ (1 − Percentage)
Example: If Net = 1,000 € and commission = 15%, then Gross = 1,000 ÷ 0.85 = 1,176.47 €.
When to Use a Gross-Up Calculation
Use this method whenever a commission, platform fee, or agency margin is included in a total price and you must calculate the gross invoice amount that leaves an exact net payout. It is also helpful when reverse-engineering a price where deductions are percentage-based. For media buying, see our related guide: Media Commission Calculator (Gross Rate from Net Rate).
Examples of When You Need to Calculate Gross From Net
Advertising agency and client
Agreement: The client will pay 1,000 € net for an ad.
Agency commission: 15% included in the gross price.
Calculation: Gross = 1,000 ÷ (1 − 0.15) = 1,176.47 €.
The agency invoices 1,176.47 €, keeps 15% (176.47 €), and passes 1,000 € to the media owner.
Sales intermediary
Supplier wants: 800 € net.
Agent commission: 20% of gross.
Calculation: Gross = 800 ÷ (1 − 0.20) = 1,000 €.
The agent keeps 200 €, supplier receives 800 €.
Online platform and author
Author wants: 50 € net per sale.
Platform fee: 12% of gross.
Calculation: Gross = 50 ÷ (1 − 0.12) = 56.82 €.
Platform keeps 6.82 €, author receives 50 €.
Publisher and ad sales partner
Publisher needs: 2,500 € net.
Sales partner commission: 25% of gross.
Calculation: Gross = 2,500 ÷ (1 − 0.25) = 3,333.33 €.
Partner keeps 833.33 €, publisher nets 2,500 €.
Franchise or field agent model
Head office requires: 1,200 € net per transaction.
Local agent commission: 10% of gross.
Calculation: Gross = 1,200 ÷ (1 − 0.10) = 1,333.33 €.
Agent keeps 133.33 €, headquarters receives 1,200 €.
Business partnership sharing revenue
Company A requires: 5,000 € net.
Company B’s share: 18% of gross.
Calculation: Gross = 5,000 ÷ (1 − 0.18) = 6,097.56 €.
Company B gets 1,097.56 €, Company A gets 5,000 €.
Event organizer and ticketing platform
Organizer wants: 30 € net per ticket.
Platform fee: 7% of gross.
Calculation: Gross = 30 ÷ (1 − 0.07) = 32.26 €.
Platform keeps 2.26 €, organizer nets 30 €.
Supplier and retailer
Supplier’s price: 400 € net.
Retailer’s margin: 15% of gross.
Calculation: Gross = 400 ÷ (1 − 0.15) = 470.59 €.
Retailer keeps 70.59 €, supplier receives 400 €.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is a gross-up calculation?
A gross-up calculation is used when you know the net amount and a percentage (such as commission, platform fee, or tax) that is already included in the gross amount. It determines the total gross price so that, after deducting the percentage, the net amount remains as agreed.
How do I calculate gross from net?
Divide the net amount by one minus the percentage that is included in the gross.
Formula: Gross = Net ÷ (1 − Percentage).
Example: If the net is 1,000 € and the commission is 15%, the gross is 1,000 ÷ 0.85 = 1,176.47 €.
When do I need to calculate gross from net?
This is common when a commission, fee, or tax is already part of the gross price. Examples include agency commissions, sales intermediaries, online platforms, or retail margins where the seller or service provider wants to receive a fixed net amount.
Is this the same as payroll net-to-gross?
No. Payroll net-to-gross refers to employee salary calculations that include income tax and social contributions. A gross-up calculator like this tool is used in business, sales, or invoicing scenarios to find the total gross price from a known net amount and percentage.
How do I calculate net from gross (reverse)?
To find the net when the gross amount already includes VAT or another percentage, divide the gross by one plus the rate.
Formula: Net = Gross ÷ (1 + Rate).
Example: If gross is 122 € and VAT is 22%, then Net = 122 ÷ 1.22 = 100 €.
Can I use this calculator for salary or withholding tax?
No. This gross from net calculator is for business and invoicing where the percentage represents a commission, fee, or margin. Payroll gross-up calculations use different formulas and tax rules.
Notes & Limitations
- This is a gross-up calculator for business use, not a payroll/salary tool.
- For media/agency use cases, read aritcle Media Commission Calculator.
- Always confirm local tax rules before invoicing.
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Use this gross-up calculator to quickly convert net to gross when commission is included in gross and you need the exact invoice total.
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