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Percentage Calculator

Free percentage calculator for all your percentage needs. Calculate percentages, percentage increase/decrease, tips, discounts, and more with instant results.

Basic Percentage

What % is X of Y?

Percentage Of

X% of Y is?

Percentage Change

% increase/decrease

Tip Calculator

Restaurant tips

Discount Calculator

Sale prices

Basic Percentage

What % is X of Y?

Quick Reference

Common Tip Percentages:

  • • 15% - Standard service
  • • 18% - Good service
  • • 20% - Excellent service
  • • 10% - Poor service

Percentage Change Examples:

  • • 100 to 150 = 50% increase
  • • 200 to 150 = 25% decrease
  • • 50 to 100 = 100% increase
  • • 100 to 0 = 100% decrease

How to Use

Step-by-step instructions for using the Percentage Calculator

Types of Percentage Calculations

📊 Basic Percentage

Calculate what percentage one number is of another.

Example: What percentage is 25 of 100? Answer: 25%

🔢 Percentage of a Number

Find a specific percentage of any number.

Example: What is 15% of 200? Answer: 30

📈 Percentage Increase

Calculate the percentage increase between two values.

Example: From 50 to 75 = 50% increase

📉 Percentage Decrease

Calculate the percentage decrease between two values.

Example: From 100 to 80 = 20% decrease

Examples

Common use cases and examples for the Percentage Calculator

Practical Applications

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Tip Calculator

Calculate restaurant tips, delivery fees, and service charges quickly and accurately.

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Discount Calculator

Find sale prices, calculate savings, and determine discount percentages while shopping.

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Business Analysis

Analyze growth rates, profit margins, and performance metrics for business decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Percentage Calculator

How do I calculate a tip at a restaurant?

Use the tip calculator section. Enter your bill amount and desired tip percentage (typically 15-20%). The calculator will show the tip amount and total bill including tip. For more advanced features like bill splitting and service quality recommendations, check out our dedicated Tip Calculator.

How do I find the discount on a sale item?

Enter the original price and discount percentage. The calculator will show the discount amount and final sale price after the discount is applied.

What's the difference between percentage increase and decrease?

Percentage increase shows how much a value has grown (positive result), while percentage decrease shows how much it has shrunk (can be shown as negative or positive depending on context).

Can I use this calculator for business calculations?

Yes! This calculator is perfect for business use - calculating profit margins, growth rates, commission percentages, tax calculations, and financial analysis.

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How to Use the Calculator

Basic Calculations

  • • Select the type of calculation you need
  • • Enter the required numbers in the input fields
  • • Results are calculated instantly as you type
  • • Use the clear button to reset all fields

Advanced Features

  • • Switch between different calculation modes
  • • View detailed explanations of results
  • • Copy results to clipboard for easy sharing
  • • Works with decimals and large numbers

Common Percentage Formulas

Basic Percentage Formula

Percentage = (Part / Whole) × 100

Use this to find what percentage one number is of another.

Percentage of a Number

Result = (Percentage / 100) × Number

Use this to find a specific percentage of any number.

Percentage Change

Change % = ((New - Old) / Old) × 100

Use this to calculate percentage increase or decrease between two values.

Tip Calculation

Tip = Bill Amount × (Tip % / 100)

Calculate tips for restaurants, deliveries, and services. For advanced tip calculations with bill splitting, try our dedicated Tip Calculator.

Tips for Accurate Calculations

Input Guidelines

  • • Use decimal points for fractional numbers
  • • Avoid using commas or currency symbols
  • • Enter positive numbers for most calculations
  • • Double-check your inputs for accuracy

Understanding Results

  • • Percentage results are shown as decimals
  • • Large numbers are formatted with commas
  • • Negative results indicate decreases
  • • Round results as needed for practical use