Whether you are negotiating a raise or evaluating a new job offer, you need to know exactly how much your salary is changing. Don't just look at the lump sum—calculate the percentage change to see if it truly beats inflation.
See your exact percentage change, annual difference, and monthly difference.
Open Salary CalculatorTo calculate a salary increase percentage, subtract your old salary from your new salary to find the difference. Divide that difference by your old salary, then multiply by 100.
Percentage Increase = ((New Salary - Old Salary) / Old Salary) * 100
Example: If you move from $60,000 to $75,000, the difference is $15,000. Divide $15,000 by $60,000 (0.25) and multiply by 100. Your raise is 25%.
A standard annual raise to keep up with inflation is typically 3% to 5%. However, if you are changing jobs or getting promoted, a 10% to 20% increase is standard. Anything below 3% is effectively a pay cut when adjusted for inflation.
Simply divide your annual salary difference by 12. Use our Salary Increase Calculator to instantly see how your new annual salary impacts your monthly take-home pay.
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