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CAGR Calculator

Calculate cagr from your own entered figures.

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Currency: Amounts are calculated in the currency you select; this site does not convert between currencies and does not use live exchange rates.

What this tool does

Calculate cagr from your own entered figures. CAGR smooths growth into one constant yearly rate; it says nothing about the path or volatility in between.

How to use the CAGR Calculator

  1. Enter or select starting value.
  2. Enter or select ending value.
  3. Enter or select years.
  4. Read the calculated result; change any measurement to compare alternatives.

Formula

CAGR = (end/start)^(1/years) − 1
start
Starting value
end
Ending value
years
Years

CAGR smooths growth into one constant yearly rate; it says nothing about the path or volatility in between.

Worked example

For cagr calculator, the following measurements illustrate the exact method: Starting value: 100; Ending value: 200; Years: 5.

Inputs

  • Starting value100
  • Ending value200
  • Years5

Result

  • Compound annual growth rate (CAGR)14.87%
  • Total growth over the period100%

Results explained

Compound annual growth rate (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from the formula above. CAGR smooths growth into one constant yearly rate; it says nothing about the path or volatility in between.
Total growth over the period
Total growth over the period from the formula above. CAGR smooths growth into one constant yearly rate; it says nothing about the path or volatility in between.

Frequently asked questions

CAGR = (end/start)^(1/years) − 1

CAGR smooths growth into one constant yearly rate; it says nothing about the path or volatility in between.

No. All numbers are entered by you or come from the dated reference table shown on this page; calculations run locally.

This is an estimate, not financial, tax or legal advice. Verify the inputs and output with official sources and a qualified professional.

Check period consistency, currency, percentage inputs and the assumptions: CAGR smooths growth into one constant yearly rate; it says nothing about the path or volatility in between.