Percentage Calculator
Calculate percentages, percentage change, markup, discount, and more with this free online tool.
Basic Percentage
Formula: (X / 100) × Y
What Percent Is?
Formula: (X / Y) × 100
Percentage Change
Formula: ((new - old) / old) × 100
Find Original Value
Formula: (X × 100) / Y
Markup & Discount
When to Use This Percentage Calculator
Our free percentage calculator helps with everyday math and professional calculations:
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Shopping & Sales
Calculate discounts, figure out final prices after markups, and compare deals to find the best value.
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Finance & Investments
Track investment returns, calculate interest rates, and analyze financial growth or decline percentages.
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Business & Pricing
Set markup percentages for products, calculate profit margins, and determine pricing strategies.
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Academics & Statistics
Calculate grade percentages, analyze data changes, and work through statistics problems easily.
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Health & Fitness
Track weight loss percentages, calculate body fat changes, and monitor fitness progress over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of percentage calculations are supported?
- Our calculator handles five types: basic percentage (X% of Y), what percent (X is what % of Y), percentage change, finding original values, and markup/discount calculations.
- How accurate are the calculations?
- Our calculator uses precise floating-point arithmetic and displays results with appropriate decimal places. Results are accurate for all practical financial, academic, and professional uses.
- Can I calculate negative percentages?
- Yes! Negative percentages are fully supported for calculating decreases, discounts, and losses. The calculator clearly indicates whether a change represents an increase or decrease.
- Is my data saved between sessions?
- Yes, your input values are automatically saved in your browser's local storage. When you return, your previous calculations will be restored for convenience.
- Does this calculator work offline?
- Yes! Once the page loads, all calculations happen locally in your browser. You can calculate percentages without an internet connection anytime.
Percentage Calculator Help
How to Use
- Enter numbers in the input fields for any calculation
- Results update automatically as you type
- Click the copy button to copy any result
- Use 'Clear All' to reset all calculations
Features
- Calculate X% of any number
- Find what percent one number is of another
- Calculate percentage increase or decrease
- Find the original value from a percentage
- Calculate price with markup or discount
- Real-time calculations as you type
Tips
- Your values are automatically saved in your browser
- Negative percentages are supported for decreases
- Works offline after the first load