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Pay Raise Calculator
Start with a known raise percentage or fixed amount and calculate your new pay.
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Raise Percentage Calculator
Compare your old and new pay to find the exact salary increase rate and dollar difference.
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Find the exact change rate
Enter two pay amounts from the same period to see the percentage increase, decrease, or no change.
Formula and example
How to calculate a raise percentage
Use (new pay − old pay) ÷ old pay × 100. Both amounts must use the same pay period.
Example: pay moves from $60,000 to $63,000. The difference is $3,000. Divide $3,000 by $60,000 and multiply by 100 to get a 5% raise.
Results compare gross pay before taxes and deductions and are not tax, legal, financial, or employment advice.
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Raise percentage FAQ
How do I calculate the percentage of a raise?
Subtract old pay from new pay, divide the change by old pay, then multiply by 100. Moving from $60,000 to $63,000 is a 5% raise.
Can the calculator show a pay decrease?
Yes. When new pay is lower than old pay, the result is shown as a negative percentage and clearly labeled as a pay decrease.
Do old pay and new pay need the same pay period?
Yes. Compare two hourly rates, two monthly salaries, or two annual salaries. Do not compare an hourly figure directly with an annual figure.
Does the result include taxes or benefits?
No. This calculator compares gross pay amounts and does not model taxes, benefits, bonuses, or payroll deductions.