Percentage Increase Calculator

Measure how much a value changed in percentage terms.

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Calculation details

All calculations run locally in your browser. No data is stored.

Directionincrease
Difference20
New value100

Percentage change equals (new value − original value) ÷ the absolute original value × 100.

How this calculator works

The calculator subtracts the original value from the new value, divides the difference by the absolute original value, and multiplies by 100.

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Frequently asked questions

How is percentage increase calculated?

Subtract the original value from the new value, divide by the absolute original value, then multiply by 100.

Why can’t the original value be zero?

Percentage change uses the original value as the divisor, so a zero starting value makes the percentage undefined.

Can the result be negative?

Yes. A negative result means the new value is lower than the original value.