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Percentage Increase Calculator

Find how much a value increased, or add a percentage increase to any number.

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Formula

To increase a value by a percentage, multiply by 1 plus the percentage as a decimal.

new value = original × (1 + increase%/100)

Examples

  • 100 increased by 25% = 100 × 1.25 = 125.
  • 80 increased by 50% = 120.

Frequently asked questions

Short, practical answers for this calculation.

How do I calculate a percentage increase?

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

How do I add 15% to a number?

Multiply the number by 1.15.

Can increase be more than 100%?

Yes. A 100% increase doubles the original value.

Is a 50% increase reversed by a 50% decrease?

No. A 50% increase from 100 gives 150; a 50% decrease from 150 gives 75.