Percentage Calculator

Calculate percentages, increases, and decreases easily.

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Percentage Calculator – Calculate Percentages Instantly

Easily calculate percentages with our free online tool. Whether you need to figure out a discount, calculate a tip, or determine what percentage one number is of another, our Percentage Calculator gives you accurate results instantly.

Simple Interface

Intuitive design that asks "What is X% of Y" for straightforward calculations.

Instant Results

Calculations happen in real-time without needing to reload the page.

Mobile Friendly

Works perfectly on smartphones and tablets for calculations on the go.

How to Use the Percentage Calculator

Using this tool is incredibly simple. Just enter the percentage value in the first box and the total number in the second box. Click "Calculate" to see the result immediately.

Common Percentage Formulas

The basic formula to calculate the percentage of a number is:

X% of Y = (X / 100) * Y

For example, to find 20% of 50:
(20 / 100) * 50 = 0.2 * 50 = 10

Real-Life Examples

Discounts

Calculate how much you save during a sale. If an item is $80 with 25% off, you save $20.

Tips

Determine the gratuity for a restaurant bill. A 15% tip on a $40 meal is $6.

Taxes

Estimate sales tax on a purchase. 8% tax on a $100 purchase adds $8 to the total.

Statistics

Understand data better, like calculating success rates or population portions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I calculate a 20% tip?
Enter "20" in the first box and your bill amount in the second box. The result is your tip amount. Add this to your original bill for the total.
Can I use decimals?
Yes, our calculator supports decimal numbers for both the percentage (e.g., 5.5%) and the number (e.g., $49.99).
Is this tool free?
Yes, this percentage calculator is completely free to use as many times as you like.