Simple online tools for developers, networking, text and conversions.

Calculators

CAGR Calculator

Calculate compound annual growth rate from starting value, ending value, and years.

Tool

Use this CAGR calculator to calculate the compound annual growth rate between a starting value and an ending value over a number of years. It is useful for investments, business growth, and performance comparisons.

About this tool

Use this CAGR calculator to calculate the compound annual growth rate between a starting value and an ending value over a number of years. It is useful for investments, business growth, and performance comparisons.

Use cagr calculator when you need a fast browser-based result without extra setup. It works well for quick checks, one-off tasks, and routine formatting or calculation work.

Learn more

Why use this tool

How to use

  1. Enter the starting value on the first line.
  2. Enter the ending value on the second line.
  3. Enter the number of years on the third line.
  4. Run the tool to calculate CAGR.

Examples

Example

Input

1000
1500
3

Output

Starting value: 1000.00
Ending value: 1500.00
Years: 3.00
CAGR: 14.47%

Calculates the annualized compound growth rate.

Example

Input

50000
80000
5

Output

Starting value: 50000.00
Ending value: 80000.00
Years: 5.00
CAGR: 9.86%

Useful for comparing long-term business growth.

Common errors

Using zero or negative start values.

Fix: Starting value must be greater than zero.

Using zero years.

Fix: Years must be greater than zero.

Expecting simple average growth instead of compound growth.

Fix: CAGR uses a compound annual growth formula.

FAQ

What does CAGR Calculator do?

It calculates the compound annual growth rate between a starting value and ending value over a given number of years.

What is CAGR?

CAGR is the annualized compound growth rate across a period of time.

Can I use decimals?

Yes. Starting value, ending value, and years can include decimals.

Does it work for investments and business values?

Yes. It works for any positive starting and ending values.

How is it different from simple percentage change?

CAGR annualizes growth over time using compounding, while simple percentage change compares only start and end totals.

Use cases

Related tools