Inputs
Example data table
This sample shows how hidden costs can change the true per‑wash total.
| Scenario | Service | Vehicle | Add-ons | Tax | Tip | Travel | Time | Total / wash | Monthly (4x) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quick clean | Standard | Compact | Wheels | 8% | 10% | $1.20 | $0.00 | $24.08 | $96.32 |
| Premium habit | Premium | SUV | Vacuum, Wax | 8% | 12% | $2.40 | $10.00 | $59.58 | $238.32 |
Values are illustrative. Your totals depend on local pricing and travel.
Formula used
BaseAdjusted = BasePrice × VehicleMultiplier
ServiceSubtotal = BaseAdjusted + Σ(AddOnCosts)
DiscountedSubtotal = ServiceSubtotal − (ServiceSubtotal×Discount%) − Coupon
Tax = DiscountedSubtotal × Tax%
Tip = (TipBase × Tip%) or FixedTip
TravelCost = TravelKm × FuelCostPerKm
TimeCost = (Minutes/60) × ValueOfTimePerHour
TotalPerWash = DiscountedSubtotal + Tax + Tip + TravelCost + TimeCost + MiscFees
How to use this calculator
- Select your vehicle size and a service level.
- Choose preset base price or enter your own.
- Check add-ons and adjust their costs.
- Add discounts, taxes, and tip preferences.
- Include travel distance, fuel cost, and time value.
- Set washes per month, then press Submit.
- Download CSV or PDF for your records.