Percentage Calculator

The three most common percentage questions, answered instantly.

Result

30
20% of 150

Formula

X% of Y = X/100 × Y. Percent change = (new − old)/old × 100%.

Worked example

20% of 150 = 30. Change from 80 to 100 = +25%.

About the percentage calculator

Percentages appear everywhere — sales tax, tips, grades, interest, discounts. This calculator handles the three questions that cover 90% of daily use.

Frequently asked questions

How do I calculate a discount?+

Multiply the price by (1 − discount%). $80 at 25% off = $80 × 0.75 = $60.

What's the difference between percent and percentage point?+

A percentage point is an absolute difference (5% → 7% is +2 points, or +40%).

Related calculators