Startup Valuation Calculator
Estimate how much your startup may be worth using a model inspired by angel investor valuation frameworks such as the Berkus Method and Scorecard Method.
Startup Valuation Calculator
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Typical Startup Valuation by Stage
| Startup Stage | Typical Valuation | Typical Investors |
|---|---|---|
| Idea Stage | $500k – $2M | Angel investors |
| MVP Stage | $1M – $5M | Seed investors |
| Early Traction | $3M – $10M | Seed / early VC |
| Growth Stage | $10M+ | Venture capital |
What is Startup Valuation?
Startup valuation is the estimated financial value of a startup company before or during fundraising. It determines how much equity founders must give investors in exchange for capital.
Early stage startups are rarely valued based only on revenue. Investors evaluate factors such as team quality, product progress, market opportunity and user traction.
- Founding team experience
- Product maturity
- Market size
- Growth potential
- User traction or revenue
Common Startup Valuation Methods
Berkus Method
A simple valuation approach used for early stage startups where investors assign value to idea, team, product and traction.
Scorecard Method
Compares the startup with other funded startups in the market and adjusts valuation based on strengths and weaknesses.
Venture Capital Method
Used by VCs to estimate valuation based on expected exit value and required investment returns.
Discounted Cash Flow
Applied for mature companies where future cash flows can be estimated more reliably.
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Join Founder CommunityStartup Valuation FAQ
Startup valuation is calculated using factors such as team experience, product maturity, market opportunity and traction.
Yes. Many early stage startups are valued based on innovation, team quality and market potential rather than revenue.
Seed stage startups typically receive valuations between $2M and $10M depending on traction and market size.
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