Shrink Calculator

This is a simple calculation with the goal of opening your eyes to the losses that are seen in your industry. Below is a guide of industry averages to allow you to make a more educated guess if you do not have the exact figures from your operation.

Est. % of shrinkage _____ x Est. of Sales ______ = Total Shrinkage ______

2001 Industry Shrink Averages

• Gifts (2.91%)
• Toys & Hobbies (2.82%)
• Optical (2.59%)
• Convenience Stores (2.23%)
• Discount Stores (2.01%)
• Sporting Goods (1.91%)
• Department Stores (1.89%)
• Drug Stores (1.82%)
• Supermarkets (1.81%)