Percentage Increase Calculator
Calculate the percentage increase between two values
Values
Result
Percentage Increase
25.00%
Absolute Increase
25.00
How It Works
Formula: ((New Value - Original Value) / Original Value) × 100
Quick Facts
Percentage increase can't be negative. If the value decreased, use percentage decrease calculator.
Example
From $100 to $120 = 20% increase. From $100 to $125 = 25% increase.
Understanding Percentage Increase
Percentage increase shows how much a value has grown relative to its original amount.
- Shows proportional growth, not absolute difference
- Useful for comparing growth rates
- Always expressed as a positive percentage
Last updated: February 2026
Percentage Increase FAQ
How do I calculate percentage increase?
Subtract the original value from the new value, divide by the original value, then multiply by 100.
What if my value decreased?
Use the Percentage Decrease calculator instead for values that went down.
Can percentage increase be over 100%?
Yes! If you go from $1 to $3, that's a 200% increase. From $1 to $100 is 9900% increase.
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