Finance & Startup Tools

Startup Runway & Cash Burn Rate Calculator

Calculate how many months of cash your startup has left, your zero-cash date, and the revenue required to reach break-even profitability.

How It Works

Inputs your current cash balance, monthly gross revenue, monthly operating expenses, and projected growth rate to simulate month-by-month cash trajectory.

Formula & Technical Methodology

Net Monthly Burn = Total Operating Expenses - Total Monthly Revenue. Runway (Months) = Current Cash Reserves / Net Monthly Burn.

When Should You Use This Tool?

Fundraising preparation, board meetings, headcount planning, and budgeting runway extension strategies.

Practical Example

With $450,000 cash balance, $20,000 monthly revenue, and $50,000 monthly expenses, net burn is $30,000/month, providing 15.0 months of runway.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a safe runway buffer for early-stage startups?
Most venture investors recommend maintaining at least 18 to 24 months of runway before raising your next funding round.