Print Job Cost Calculator
Calculate printing costs per unit based on pages, copies, color mode, and paper type.
Great for print shops and offices.
Print Job Cost Estimate
Print job cost is determined by the number of pages, copies, whether the job is color or black-and-white, and the paper stock used.
Cost per Page = Base Cost per Page × Color Multiplier × Paper Multiplier
Total Pages = Pages per Copy × Number of Copies
Total Cost = Total Pages × Cost per Page
Cost per Unit = Total Cost / Number of Copies
Typical cost per page (laser printing):
- Black & white on standard paper: $0.02–0.05
- Color on standard paper: $0.08–0.15
- B&W on premium/cardstock: $0.05–0.10
- Color on premium/cardstock: $0.15–0.30
- Photo paper (color): $0.25–0.75
Paper type affects cost:
- Standard (20 lb): baseline
- Premium (28-32 lb): +50–80%
- Cardstock (65-110 lb): +100–200%
- Glossy/Photo paper: +200–400%
Volume discounts typically apply at 100+, 500+, and 1,000+ copies.