Salary Increase Percentage Calculator
Calculate how much your salary has increased in percentage terms and see the cash difference between your old and new pay.
Overview
This salary increase percentage calculator shows how much your pay has changed between an old salary and a new salary. Enter both figures, choose the pay period, and if needed add hourly work assumptions to see the increase in cash terms and as a percentage.
How it works
The calculator subtracts your old salary from your new salary to find the cash increase. It then divides that increase by the old salary and multiplies by 100 to show the percentage change. If you use hourly pay, it also estimates annualized salaries using hours worked per week and weeks worked per year.
How to use this calculator
- 1Enter your old salary.
- 2Enter your new salary.
- 3Choose the pay period used for both figures.
- 4Add hours per week and weeks per year if you are comparing hourly pay.
- 5Review the percentage increase and cash difference.
Example Calculation
Old salary
$50,000
New salary
$55,000
Pay period
annual
Hours per week
40
Weeks per year
52
Salary increase
10.00%
If your salary rises from 50000 to 55000 per year, the increase is 5000, which is a 10.00% pay rise.
Frequently asked questions
What does this salary increase percentage calculator estimate?
It estimates the cash difference between your old and new salary and shows the percentage increase based on your previous pay.
How do I calculate a pay rise percentage?
Subtract the old salary from the new salary, divide the difference by the old salary, and multiply by 100.
Can I use this calculator for hourly pay?
Yes. Choose hourly as the pay period and enter your average hours per week and weeks worked per year to estimate annualized values.
Does this calculator show take-home pay?
No. It compares gross salary figures and does not account for tax, pension, insurance, or other deductions.
What if my salary went down instead of up?
The calculator will show a negative change, which indicates a pay decrease rather than an increase.
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Assumptions and warnings
Assumptions
- Both salary figures use the same pay period unless converted from hourly pay.
- Hourly annualized estimates assume the same hours per week and weeks per year throughout the year.
- The calculator compares gross pay amounts and does not include tax, pension, bonuses, or other deductions.
- Results are simple estimates for comparison purposes.
Warnings
- This calculator provides an estimate only and is not financial advice.
- Your actual take-home pay may change by a different percentage after tax, benefits, or deductions.