Percentage Increase Calculator

Introducing our online calculator, designed to swiftly calculate percentage increase with ease and precision. Whether you're analyzing finances or solving math problems, our intuitive interface simplifies the process. Say goodbye to manual calculations and streamline your work with our efficient online percentage calculator.

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Percentage Increase

To calculate the percentage increase, type a starting number in the first field. Enter the final number in the second field.

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How to calculate the percentage increase

Calculating a percentage increase might sound tricky, but it's actually quite simple! Let's learn how to do it step by step.

Step 1: Understand What a Percentage Increase Means

A percentage increase tells us how much something has grown or gotten bigger compared to its original size. It's like measuring how much a plant has grown after watering it!

Step 2: Gather Your Numbers

You'll need two numbers: the original number (before) and the new number (after). For example:

  • Before: 100 (the original number)
  • After: 123 (the new number)

Step 3: Find the Difference

To find out how much the number increased, subtract the original number from the new number:

Difference=After - Before

In our example: Difference=123 - 100=23

Step 4: Calculate the Percentage Increase

Now, to find the percentage increase, divide the difference by the original number and multiply by 100:

Percentage Increase=(Difference / Before) * 100%

In our example: Percentage Increase=(23 / 100) * 100%=23%

Step 5: Understand the Result

A positive percentage increase (+23%) means the number has grown or increased by 23%. That's like getting extra cookies in your jar!

Let's Recap:

  • Percentage Increase tells us how much something has grown or gotten bigger compared to its original size.
  • Gather Your Numbers: Before and After.
  • Find the Difference: Subtract Before from After.
  • Calculate the Percentage Increase: Divide the Difference by Before and multiply by 100.
  • Understand the Result: A positive percentage increase means growth or increase.

Calculate percentage increase in Google Sheets

Formula is =(B2-A2)/A2*100, where A2 is the "Before" number, and B2 is the "After" number.

percentage increase in Google Sheets
  • Before: This column represents the number before increase.
  • After: This column represents the number after increase.
  • Increase %: This column displays what is the percentage increase.