Free Stacked Column Chart Templates
Browse stacked column chart templates for showing how segments combine into a total across categories. A clean fit for revenue by product line, headcount by department, or budget by category.
Stacked column chart templates for segment breakdowns
A stacked column chart stacks each category's series on top of each other, so the full column height shows the total and each segment shows its share. It's the standard format for showing composition alongside a running total: revenue by product line across quarters, headcount by department across regions, or spend by category across teams. Pick a template, paste your data, and drop the finished chart into your deck.
When should I use a stacked column chart instead of clustered?
Use a stacked column chart when you care about both the total and its composition — for example, total revenue and how much came from each product line. Use a clustered column chart when you only want to compare series side by side without a meaningful total.
How many segments can a stacked column chart have?
Stacked column charts read best with two to six segments per column. Beyond that, individual segments become too thin to label clearly, and a 100% stacked column or a different chart type usually communicates better.
Can I show a 100% stacked version instead?
Yes. If you want to compare proportions rather than absolute totals, use a 100% stacked column chart, which normalizes every column to the same height.
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