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Percentage Change Calculator

Compare two values and calculate the percentage change between them.

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What this tool helps with

Find the percentage increase or decrease between two values.

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Enter your values, review the result and use the guide block below for a clearer explanation, example and related tools.

Percentage change
Guide

How percentage change is calculated

Percentage change compares the difference between an original value and a new value, then expresses that change as a percentage of the original. It is useful for prices, scores, traffic and progress checks.

Example

Example use case

If a value rises from 50 to 65, the increase is 15 and percentage change is 30%.

Frequently asked questions

Can percentage change be negative?

Yes. A fall from the original value produces a negative change.

What if the starting value is zero?

Percentage change cannot be calculated in the usual way from zero.

Where is this useful?

It is useful for finance, ecommerce, schoolwork and everyday comparisons.

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