Compound Interest Calculator
Calculate compound interest and watch your savings grow over time.
Compound Interest Calculator
FreeFormula & How It's Calculated
- A = Final amount | P = Principal | r = Annual rate
- n = Compounds per year | t = Years
Example Calculations
$10,000 at 7% annually for 30 years
Final balance: $76,123 | Interest earned: $66,123 (661% growth)
How It Works
- 1Enter principal, rate, compounding frequency, and time period.
- 2Optionally add monthly contributions for a savings/investment model.
- 3Formula A = P(1+r/n)^(nt) calculates final balance.
- 4Interest earned = Final balance minus total principal invested.
- 5Experiment with different compounding frequencies to see the effect.
Common Questions
Compound Interest Calculator — Frequently Asked Questions
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Compound Interest Calculator – Grow Your Money Exponentially
Compound interest is often called the eighth wonder of the world — and for good reason. Unlike simple interest (which only earns on the principal), compound interest earns on both the principal AND the accumulated interest, creating exponential growth over time.
Daily vs Monthly vs Annual Compounding
More frequent compounding means slightly higher returns. $10,000 at 5% for 10 years: annual compounding = $16,289; monthly = $16,470; daily = $16,487. The difference grows larger with higher rates and longer timeframes.
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