Customer Lifetime Value (CLV) Calculator

Understand the long-term value of your guests with this easy-to-use calculator. Simply enter your average spend per visit, visit frequency, and customer lifespan, and we’ll instantly estimate how much revenue each guest generates for your business. Perfect for restaurants, clubs, and hospitality brands focused on growth and retention.

What Is Customer Lifetime Value (CLV)?

Customer Lifetime Value (CLV) measures the total revenue a guest generates throughout their entire relationship with your business.
It’s a key metric that helps you understand how much you can spend on marketing, loyalty programs, and guest experience — while staying profitable.

 

				
					CLV = (Average Spend per Visit × Visits per Month × Customer Lifespan)
				
			

Average CLV benchmarks by hospitality segment

Repeat customers spend 67% more than new ones — increasing retention is the fastest way to grow revenue.

Business TypeTypical Customer Lifetime Value
Quick-Service Restaurant$500 – $1,000
Casual Dining$1,000 – $2,500
Fine Dining$2,500 – $5,000
Nightclubs / Bars$800 – $2,000
Beach Clubs / Resorts$2,000 – $6,000

 

How to increase your Customer Lifetime Value

Use CRM tools to remember preferences and anniversaries.

Personalize the guest experience

Offer rewards for frequent visits or bookings.

Build a loyalty program

Reward early reservations or repeat customers.

Encourage pre-bookings

Offer premium tables, bottles, or add-on services.

Upsell effectively

to automate follow-ups, track guest data, and boost repeat visits.

Use UpSalt’s CRM & Reservation System

The all-in-one table booking software for restaurants, private beaches, clubs, and events.

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Frequently asked questions

CLV helps you understand how much a guest is worth over time — so you can make smarter marketing and retention decisions.

It depends on your concept, but strong CLVs often range between $1,000 and $3,000 per guest for repeat-driven businesses.

Focus on guest loyalty: provide exceptional experiences, collect data with CRM tools, and keep customers returning with targeted promotions.

Ideally once per quarter — it helps track progress as your business grows or seasonal trends shift.

Turn guest data into growth

Create an experience your guests will love — and your staff will thank you for.