Percentage Increase Calculator
Result
How to Use
- Enter the initial value (starting amount)
- Enter the final value (ending amount)
- Click the "Calculate Increase" button
- The percentage increase and amount increased will be displayed below
Formula
The formula to calculate percentage increase is:
Percentage Increase = ((Final Value - Initial Value) / Initial Value) × 100
Amount Increased = Final Value - Initial Value
Common Examples
| Initial Value | Final Value | Increase % | Amount Increased |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 | $120 | 20% | $20 |
| $50 | $75 | 50% | $25 |
| $200 | $300 | 50% | $100 |
| $1000 | $1500 | 50% | $500 |
When to Use
- Calculating price increases
- Analyzing growth rates
- Evaluating investment returns
- Measuring performance improvements
- Assessing salary raises
Tips
- Make sure the final value is greater than the initial value for a positive increase
- For negative changes, use the Percentage Decrease Calculator instead
- The result shows both the percentage and absolute amount of increase
- Use decimal numbers for more precise calculations
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