Savings & Investing

Simple Interest Calculator

Solve for principal, interest rate, time, interest earned, or total amount using simple interest. Unlike compound growth, the calculation applies interest only to the original principal throughout the selected period.

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Calculator guide

Understanding the Simple Interest Calculator

Review the inputs, outputs, calculation method, and formulas used by this tool.

Input parameters

Solve for
Selects principal, rate, time, or total as the unknown.
Principal (P)
Initial amount borrowed or invested.
Rate (R)
Annual simple-interest percentage.
Time (T)
Length of time in years.
Total P+I (A)
Principal plus simple interest.

Understanding the results

Solved value
The unknown selected in the form.
Simple interest
Interest calculated only on original principal.
Total amount
Principal plus interest.

Calculation principle

Simple interest does not compound; interest is proportional to principal, annual rate, and time.

  1. Read and validate the entered values.
  2. Convert percentages and time periods into compatible units.
  3. Apply the formulas below and present the calculated results.

Formulas

Simple interest I = P × R × T
Total amount A = P + I = P(1 + R × T)

Symbols refer to the corresponding input and result labels shown above.

How to use this calculator

Enter your figures, choose any available options, and select Calculate. You can change the inputs as often as you like to compare scenarios.

Planning note

Results are estimates for education and planning. Taxes, lender rules, fees, and investment returns can vary, so verify important decisions with a qualified professional.