Calculate compound annual growth rate
Calculate the Compound Annual Growth Rate between a beginning and ending value over any number of years, with a year-by-year growth table.
| Year | Value |
|---|---|
| 0 | $10,000.00 |
| 1 | $12,011.24 |
| 2 | $14,427.00 |
| 3 | $17,328.62 |
| 4 | $20,813.83 |
| 5 | $25,000.00 |
Whatever grew: an investment balance, revenue, a savings pot.
The span between the two values, in years (decimals are fine).
The smoothed annual growth rate, plus a year-by-year growth table.
Frequently asked
What is CAGR?
Compound Annual Growth Rate is the smoothed, constant yearly rate that would take a beginning value to an ending value over a given number of years, if it grew steadily instead of unevenly.
How is this different from a simple average return?
A simple average of year-to-year returns ignores compounding and can overstate growth. CAGR accounts for compounding, so it reflects the actual multiple between the beginning and ending value.
Why does the growth table matter?
It shows what compounding the beginning value forward at the calculated CAGR looks like year by year, useful for sanity-checking the headline percentage against real numbers.
Is this financial or tax advice?
No. This is a general estimate for planning purposes only, not financial, investment, or tax advice. Rates and figures can change. Confirm current numbers with a qualified professional before making decisions.