Sales Compensation Plan Calculator

Model payouts across quotas, bonuses, and draws. Compare earnings, attainment, and rates with flexible assumptions. See clearer payout paths for smarter pipeline compensation decisions.

Calculator inputs

Use the responsive input grid below. It shows three columns on large screens, two on smaller screens, and one on mobile.

Below this attainment, variable payout stays locked.
Uncheck when the draw is non-recoverable or already settled.
Reset

Example data table

These sample rows illustrate how attainment, accelerators, and extra incentives can change payout outcomes across revenue roles.

Rep Quota Revenue Attainment Std Rate Accel Rate New Logo Bonus Net Variable
AE North $250,000 $230,000 92.00% 7.00% 10.00% $2,000 $18,100
AE Growth $300,000 $345,000 115.00% 8.00% 12.00% $4,500 $35,100
Enterprise $500,000 $610,000 122.00% 9.00% 14.00% $6,000 $67,400

Formula used

  • Quota attainment (%) = (Actual Revenue ÷ Quota) × 100
  • Standard commission = Revenue up to accelerator threshold × Standard Rate
  • Accelerator commission = Revenue above accelerator threshold × Accelerator Rate
  • New logo bonus = New Logos × Bonus per Logo
  • Multi-year kicker = Multi-year Revenue × Kicker Rate
  • Gross variable pay = All commissions + bonuses + kickers
  • Net variable pay = Gross Variable Pay − Recoverable Draw Repayment
  • Total cash earnings = Base Salary + Net Variable Pay

When quota attainment stays below the payout threshold, commission payout remains locked and only the non-commission incentives continue to apply if your policy allows them.

How to use this calculator

  1. Choose the compensation period and enter the rep or role name.
  2. Add base salary, quota, and the revenue already closed.
  3. Enter the standard rate, payout threshold, and accelerator details.
  4. Include new logo bonuses, team bonus rules, and any multi-year kicker.
  5. Enter the draw amount and keep the repayment box checked if the draw is recoverable.
  6. Submit the form to view payout results above the form, then export the summary as CSV or PDF.

Frequently asked questions

1. What does the payout threshold control?

It sets the minimum quota attainment required before commission payout unlocks. If attainment stays below that percentage, standard and accelerator commission remain zero in this calculator.

2. Why is accelerator revenue separated from standard revenue?

Many plans pay a higher rate only after a rep reaches a defined attainment level. Separating the revenue bands makes the payout logic easier to audit and explain.

3. What is the target variable proxy?

This page estimates target variable pay as quota multiplied by the standard commission rate. It is a practical planning shortcut, not a replacement for your official compensation document.

4. How does draw recovery affect payout?

A recoverable draw works like an advance against future commissions. The calculator subtracts the repaid amount from gross variable earnings to show a realistic net payout.

5. Can I use this for team-based incentives?

Yes. Enter the team attainment percentage, team bonus threshold, and team bonus amount. The bonus is included only when the attainment rule is met.

6. What counts as multi-year revenue here?

Use the contract value portion that your policy rewards with an extra kicker. The calculator multiplies that amount by the multi-year kicker rate and adds it to earnings.

7. Why might net variable pay be lower than gross variable pay?

Net variable pay deducts recoverable draw repayment. Gross variable pay shows the earned incentives before that recovery step.

8. Is this calculator suitable for plan design reviews?

Yes. It is useful for modeling quota scenarios, checking rate sensitivity, and comparing payout outcomes before a plan is finalized or rolled out.

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