Metrics Time Series Cost Calculator
Metrics platforms often charge based on the number of active time series. This calculator estimates monthly cost from your active series count and per‑series pricing.
Inputs
Active time series
Price ($ / series-month)
Providers define “active series” differently; use the definition in your billing docs.
Results
Estimated monthly metrics cost
$25.00
Active series
50,000
Example scenario
- 50,000 active series at $0.0005 per series-month → $25/month.
Included
- Monthly cost estimate from active time series count and per-series pricing.
- Helpful for comparing metric-label cardinality tradeoffs.
Not included
- Ingestion bytes, retention, and query fees if your provider bills those separately.
- Different series definitions across vendors—use your vendor’s definition for inputs.
How we calculate
- Monthly cost = active series × price per series-month.
- Active series definitions vary by provider (labels, churn window, etc.).
- Use this tool for planning and comparisons, then validate in billing docs.
FAQ
What counts as a time series?
Typically a metric name + a unique set of labels/tags. The exact definition depends on the platform.
How do I reduce series count?
Reduce high-cardinality labels, drop noisy metrics, and aggregate where possible.
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Disclaimer
Educational use only. Not legal, financial, or professional advice. Results are estimates based on the inputs and assumptions shown on this page. Verify pricing and limits with your providers and documentation.
Last updated: 2026-01-06