Simple interest: I = P × R × T. For compounding, use the Compound Interest Calculator instead.
Simple Interest Calculator
100% FreeCompute interest and total with I = P × R × T — principal, rate, and years.
I = P × R × T. Not compound interest.
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How to Use
- 1 Enter principal
- 2 Enter annual rate %
- 3 Enter time in years (decimals OK)
- 4 Read interest and total
Features
- I = PRT formula
- Fractional years
- USD formatting
- Client-side
Why it Matters
Short loans and classroom problems still use simple interest, not compound.
Frequently Asked Questions
Simple vs compound?
Months?
Financial advice?
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