Percentage Calculator
Calculate percentages, increases, and decreases with our easy-to-use calculator. Perfect for financial calculations, discounts, and more.
Calculate Percentage
Enter values in any field to calculate the percentage.
Features
Calculation Types
- • What is X% of Y?
- • X is what % of Y?
- • What is the percentage increase/decrease?
- • X increased/decreased by Y%
Key Features
- • Real-time calculation results
- • Clear, step-by-step explanations
- • Easy-to-use interface
- • Mobile-friendly design
- • Accurate calculations
Common Uses
- • Calculating discounts and sales
- • Determining tax amounts
- • Analyzing growth rates
- • Comparing values
- • Financial planning
Understanding Percentages
Basic Percentage Calculation
To calculate what percentage X is of Y, divide X by Y and multiply by 100. For example, if you have 25 apples out of 100, 25 is 25% of 100.
Percentage Increase/Decrease
To calculate percentage increase or decrease, find the difference between the new and original values, divide by the original value, and multiply by 100. A positive result indicates an increase, while a negative result indicates a decrease.
Practical Applications
Everyday Life
- • Calculating discounts and sales
- • Determining tips and gratuities
- • Understanding interest rates
- • Comparing prices and deals
- • Tracking weight loss/gain
Professional Uses
- • Financial analysis and planning
- • Business growth tracking
- • Market share analysis
- • Performance metrics
- • Statistical analysis