What is a percentage?

Percentage is a way of expressing a number as a fraction of 100. It is commonly used to represent a portion of a whole or to compare two numbers. Percentages are often denoted with the symbol "%".

Example: If there are 100 cars in a garage and 25 are white, 25% of the cars are white.

How do you calculate a percentage?

To calculate a percentage:

1. Divide the part (smaller value) by the whole (larger value)
2. Multiply the result by 100

Example: 20 red apples out of 50 total apples = (20 ÷ 50) × 100 = 40%

Why do percentages matter?

Percentages are essential because:

• They standardize comparisons (e.g., 25% off vs. $10 off)
• Help understand proportions in finance, statistics, and daily life
• Make complex data more digestible
• Critical for calculating discounts, taxes, and interest rates

Real world use: A 15% price increase on a $200 item = $30 increase.

1. How does your percentage calculator work?

Our percentage calculator provides instant results for various percentage related calculations. Simply choose your calculation type, input the required numbers, and click "Calculate" to get accurate results immediately.

2. What types of calculations can I perform?

• Percentage of a number (e.g., 20% of 500)
• Percentage increase/decrease between values
• Find what percentage one number is of another
• Reverse percentage calculations
• Tax and discount calculations

3. Is my data safe when using the calculator?

Absolutely! We don't store any of your calculations or personal information. All computations are done locally in your browser, ensuring complete privacy.

4. Can I use this for business calculations?

Yes! Professionals across industries use our calculator for:

• Profit margin calculations
• Sales tax determinations
• Financial growth analysis
• Budget percentage allocations

5. Does it work on mobile devices?

Yes! Our percentage calculator is fully responsive and works perfectly on:

• Smartphones
• Tablets
• Laptops
• Desktop computers