Percentage Calculator

Quickly calculate percentages, percentage changes, and fractional values.

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Calculate Percentage of a Number

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Calculate What Percent X is of Y

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Percentage Increase / Decrease

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How to Use This Percentage Calculator

Our tool is designed to solve the most common percentage math problems quickly. Just choose the section that matches your question:

  1. Percentage of a Number: Use the first calculator if you want to know "What is 20% of 150?". Enter the percentage and the total number.
  2. What Percent is X of Y: Use the second calculator to find out the percentage relation between two numbers. For example, "25 is what percent of 200?".
  3. Percentage Increase/Decrease: Use the third calculator to compare values over time. Enter the original value and the new value to see if it's an increase or decrease.

Why Use Our Online Percentage Tool?

The Importance of Understanding Percentages

Percentages are a fundamental part of daily life and are used in almost every industry. From calculating discounts during a shopping sale to determining interest rates on loans, understanding how to work with percentages is a vital skill. However, doing the math in your head can sometimes be tricky or prone to error. That's where our Percentage Calculator comes in handy.

Percentages in Finance

In the financial world, percentages dictate everything. Whether you are calculating the return on investment (ROI), the interest accrued on a savings account, or the EMI for a home loan, you are dealing with percentages. A small error in these calculations can lead to significant financial discrepancies. Our tool ensures accuracy for these critical computations.

Percentages in Shopping

We all love a good sale. Seeing "30% OFF" is exciting, but knowing exactly how much you save and what the final price will be is important for budgeting. By using the "Percentage of a Number" feature, you can quickly determine the discount amount and the final price tag before you reach the checkout counter.

Mathematical Concept

The term "percent" comes from the Latin "per centum," meaning "by the hundred." It is a dimensionless number (pure number) that is used to express ratios. For example, 50% means 50 per 100, or simply half. This standardized way of expressing fractions makes it easier to compare different quantities, such as test scores, growth rates, or nutritional values.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How do I calculate a percentage manually? +
To find X% of Y manually, convert the percentage to a decimal (divide by 100) and multiply by Y. For example, to find 20% of 50: 0.20 * 50 = 10.
What is the formula for percentage increase? +
The formula is: ((New Value - Old Value) / Old Value) * 100. If the result is positive, it's an increase; if negative, it's a decrease.
Is this tool accurate? +
Yes, this tool uses standard mathematical formulas processed by your browser's computing engine to ensure precise results.
Does this calculate reverse percentages? +
Currently, this tool focuses on finding percentages, what percent one number is of another, and percentage changes. We plan to add reverse percentage tools in the future.
Is my data saved? +
No. We do not store any of the numbers you enter. All calculations are performed temporarily on your device.