Simulator bays plus buildout
Indoor golf business planning
Know the ROI before you open an indoor golf simulator.
Use this simple calculator to test startup costs, monthly revenue, profit, break-even timing, and annual ROI for an indoor golf simulator location.
Startup costsMonthly cash flowBreak-even timing
No account requiredQuick planning inputs for early-stage operators.
Cash-flow focusedSee revenue, expenses, profit, ROI, and break-even.
Scenario readyCompare bad, base, and good cases as assumptions change.
Calculator
Enter your simulator business assumptions
Adjust the main variables that typically drive a simulator venue's first-pass economics. The calculator updates as you type.
Live results
Base case summary
Total startup cost$435,000
Estimated monthly revenue$36,008
Estimated monthly expenses$30,000
Estimated monthly profit$6,008
Break-even months72.4 months
Annual profit$72,099
Annual ROI16.6%
Get a Custom ROI ReportRevenue after rent and labor
Estimated payback period
Annual profit divided by startup cost
Scenario planning
Compare bad, base, and good outcomes
Utilization is often the swing factor. This table keeps your costs and pricing constant while flexing utilization around your base case.
| Scenario | Utilization | Monthly revenue | Monthly profit | Break-even | Annual ROI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bad caseUtilization runs lighter than plan | 30% | $24,006 | -$5,994 | Not reached | -16.5% |
| Base caseCurrent assumptions | 45% | $36,008 | $6,008 | 72.4 months | 16.6% |
| Good caseDemand and repeat bookings outperform | 60% | $48,011 | $18,011 | 24.2 months | 49.7% |
Next step
Get a Custom ROI Report
Package your assumptions into a cleaner planning view for partners, lenders, landlords, or internal decision-making.
How it works
A fast first pass on venue economics
Enter build and bay costs
Start with the capital required to open, including simulator bays and the broader buildout.
Model capacity and demand
Set available weekly hours, expected utilization, and your average hourly rental rate.
Review cash flow
Compare estimated revenue against major monthly expenses to see profit, ROI, and payback.
FAQ
Common planning questions
What costs should I include in buildout?
Include construction, electrical, flooring, furniture, signage, point-of-sale setup, permits, and other opening costs outside the simulator equipment itself.
How should I choose utilization?
Use a conservative starting point for the first year, then test a range. Utilization is one of the biggest drivers of simulator venue profitability.
Does this include memberships or food and beverage?
Not yet. This version focuses on bay rental economics so the core assumptions stay easy to understand and compare.
Can this replace a full business plan?
No. Treat it as an early screening tool before deeper market research, lease review, financing analysis, and professional advice.