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Percentage Calculator

Calculate what percentage a number is, the percentage change, and add or subtract a percentage.

Enter percent and number.

Percentage calculator online โ€” four calculation modes

Our free percentage calculator lets you instantly perform the most common percentage calculations: find out what X percent of a given number is, determine what percentage one number is of another, calculate the percentage change between two values, and add or subtract a percentage from an amount. The result appears live โ€” no need to click a button โ€” and beneath the result card you will find a plain-language explanation of the calculation.

Uses of the percentage calculator in everyday life

Percentage calculations come in handy in dozens of situations: discounts and price increases, VAT, bank interest, school grades, sports statistics, or spreadsheet data. The Percentage change mode is great for analysing revenue growth or cost reductions, while the Add / subtract percent mode instantly shows the price after a discount or a markup.

Frequently asked questions

How do I calculate what X% of a number is?
Simply multiply the number by the percentage and divide by 100. For example, 20% of 350 is 350 ร— 20 รท 100 = 70. Our calculator does this automatically as you type.
How do I find out by what percentage a price increased or decreased?
Choose the "Percentage change" mode and enter the initial value (A) and the final value (B). The calculator computes (Bโˆ’A)/A ร— 100 and tells you whether it's an increase or decrease โ€” with a plain-language explanation.
How do I add or subtract a percentage from a number?
In the "Add / subtract percent" mode, enter the base number and the percentage. The calculator instantly shows both the result of adding (e.g. price after a markup) and subtracting (e.g. price after a discount).
Is the percentage calculator free?
Yes, it is completely free, with no registration and no limits. All calculations are performed directly in your browser โ€” no data is sent to a server.

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