Line Graph for MRR Growth — SaaS Monthly Recurring Revenue Trajectory
An MRR growth line graph tracks contracted monthly recurring subscription revenue ($MRR_t$) over sequential billing months to visualize compounding velocity and annualized run-rate ($ARR = 12 \times MRR$).
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ARR = 12 * MRR_n. Compound Monthly Growth Rate: CMGR = (MRR_n / MRR_1)^(1 / (n - 1)) - 1. Net New MRR_t = MRR_t - MRR_{t-1}.
Chart Design & Use-Case Tips
- 01ARR = 12 * MRR_n. Compound Monthly Growth Rate: CMGR = (MRR_n / MRR_1)^(1 / (n - 1)) - 1. Net New MRR_t = MRR_t - MRR_{t-1}.
- 02Check the Delta % / CAGR metric in the telemetry strip to see both total period growth (+171.4%) and Compound Monthly Growth Rate (CMGR).
- 03Multiply your latest month's MRR by 12 to report current Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) run-rate.
- 04Export as 300-DPI PNG for monthly investor updates and YC/seed pitch decks.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is CMGR (Compound Monthly Growth Rate) calculated?+
CMGR = (Ending MRR / Beginning MRR)^(1 / MonthsElapsed) - 1. It represents the steady monthly compounding rate connecting your first month to your latest month.
Should one-time setup or consulting fees be included in MRR?+
No—financial reporting standards exclude non-recurring professional services from MRR so the line reflects pure recurring subscription momentum.
How do I break down MRR into New, Expansion, and Churn?+
Use the Waterfall Chart Maker for a single-period bridge or Stacked Area for Revenue Retention for multi-quarter cohort layers.