Percentage Calculator
Calculate percentages, percentage increases, and percentage decreases quickly and accurately.
How it works
What is a Percentage?
A percentage is a way of expressing a proportion or fraction as a part of 100. It is represented by the % symbol. For example, 25% means 25 out of every 100, or one quarter.
How to Use the Percentage Calculator
Our percentage calculator is very easy to use. Simply enter the total value and the percentage you want to calculate. The tool will show you the result instantly.
Example 1: Calculate 20% of 500
If you want to know what 20% of 500 is, enter 500 in the "Total" field and 20 in the "Percentage" field. The result will be 100.
Example 2: Discount on a Purchase
Imagine you buy an item that costs 1,200 euros and has a 15% discount. Enter 1,200 as the total and 15 as the percentage. The discount will be 180 euros, so you will pay 1,020 euros.
Percentage Formula
The basic formula to calculate a percentage is:
Result = (Total × Percentage) / 100
For example, to calculate 30% of 200: (200 × 30) / 100 = 60
Common Use Cases
Percentages are used in many everyday situations:
- Discounts and Sales: Calculate how much you save on a discounted purchase
- Taxes: Determine VAT or sales tax
- Tips: Calculate tips at restaurants
- Statistics: Analyze data and trends
- Finance: Calculate interest, fees, or returns
Helpful Tips
Remember that percentages can be greater than 100. For example, if something increases by 150%, it means it has more than doubled. You can also use decimals: 12.5% is valid.