Tiered Commission Calculator
Commission across accelerating tiers.
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Results
- Total commission
- $8,800.00
- Base tier commission
- $6,000.00
- Accelerator commission
- $2,800.00
- Total earnings (OTE)
- $56,800.00
Quick answer
Tiered commission pays higher rates on sales above each threshold, not on the whole amount.
Commission = Σ(band sales × band rate)
How to use the Tiered Commission Calculator
- 1Enter sales achieved and the quota.
- 2Enter base and accelerator commission rates.
- 3Add base salary for total earnings.
Worked example
Using the values the calculator loads with:
Inputs
- Sales achieved185000 $
- Quota150000 $
- Base rate4 %
- Accelerator rate8 %
- Base salary48000 $
Results
- Total commission$8,800.00
- Base tier commission$6,000.00
- Accelerator commission$2,800.00
- Total earnings (OTE)$56,800.00
Frequently asked questions
Why use accelerators?
They keep top performers selling after quota is hit.
Is commission on revenue or profit?
Revenue is simpler; margin-based plans protect discounting.
About this calculator
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