Inventory Shrinkage Calculator
Compare book inventory with a physical count using consistent cost values.
Example result
- Shrinkage rate
- 4%
A negative result is an inventory overage. Investigate timing and valuation before attributing a difference to loss.
How to calculate it
A negative result is an inventory overage. Investigate timing and valuation before attributing a difference to loss.
Worked example
This is an illustrative scenario, not a market benchmark. Select “Reset to example” to reproduce it in the calculator.
- Book inventory value at cost
- 50,000 currency units
- Physical inventory value at cost
- 48,000 currency units
Inventory difference: 2,000
Inventory Shrinkage FAQ
Does shrinkage always mean theft?
No. Damage, recording errors, miscounts and timing differences can all contribute.
What does this calculation leave out?
A negative result is an inventory overage. Investigate timing and valuation before attributing a difference to loss.
Are my inputs saved or sent to a server?
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