Free Simple Interest Calculator
Enter the principal, rate and time to see the interest.
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How to do it
- 1Choose your settings
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- 2See the result
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- 3Download or save it
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About this tool
Calculate simple interest on a loan or a deposit. Enter the principal, the yearly rate and the time in years or months, and see the interest and the total amount. The formula is principal × rate × time ÷ 100.
Frequently asked questions
What is the formula for simple interest?
Simple interest = principal × rate × time ÷ 100, with the rate per year and time in years.
How is it different from compound interest?
Simple interest is only on the original amount. Compound interest also earns interest on earlier interest.