Percentage Increase
About Percentage Increase Calculator
The Percentage Increase Calculator helps you find how much a value has grown or risen compared to its original amount. It’s ideal for calculating salary hikes, price growth, profit increase, or population growth in percentage terms.
Formula (Simple Explanation)›
Percentage Increase = ((New Value - Old Value) ÷ Old Value) × 100
This formula measures the rate of growth between two values. For example, if your salary increases from ₹40,000 to ₹50,000, then ((50,000 - 40,000) ÷ 40,000) × 100 = 25% increase.
Example:
Input: Old value: ₹1,200, New value: ₹1,500
Output: Percentage Increase = ((1500 - 1200) ÷ 1200) × 100 = 25%
Steps to Use:
- Enter the original (old) value.
- Enter the new or increased value.
- Click 'Calculate' to find the percentage increase.
- Use the result to understand growth in value, profit, or performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a percentage increase?›
Percentage increase shows how much a number has grown compared to its starting value. It is used to measure growth in price, salary, or performance.
How do I calculate percentage increase manually?›
Subtract the old value from the new value, divide by the old value, and multiply by 100. Example: ((1200 - 1000) ÷ 1000) × 100 = 20%.
Is this calculator suitable for salary or profit increase?›
Yes. You can use it to calculate salary hikes, profit margins, business growth, and any increase over time.
What is the difference between percentage increase and growth rate?›
Both measure growth, but growth rate is often used over a specific time period, while percentage increase is for a one-time comparison.
Can this calculator handle decimal values?›
Yes. You can enter decimal or fractional numbers for accurate and precise calculations.