Percentage Increase Calculator
Calculate the percentage increase from one value to another.
Percentage Increase Calculator
Calculate the percentage increase from one value to another.
Real-World Examples
Salary increase
Your salary went from $50,000 to $55,000. What is the percentage increase?
10%
Price increase
A product price rose from $80 to $100. What is the percentage increase?
25%
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Using the new value as the denominator instead of the original
Fix: Always divide by the original (starting) value, not the new value.
Reporting a negative result as an increase
Fix: If the new value is lower, it is a decrease, not an increase. Use the percentage decrease calculator instead.