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CAGR Calculator

Calculate the compound annual growth rate between a starting and ending value over any number of years.

$
$
years

CAGR

13.32%

Total growth
140%
Absolute gain
$14,000
Smoothed growth path
Yr 1Yr 2Yr 3Yr 4Yr 5Yr 6Yr 7

How this calculator works

CAGR = (end ÷ start)^(1 ÷ n) − 1

n
the number of years between the two values

Important considerations

  • CAGR smooths volatility completely — it says nothing about the path taken.
  • Contributions made along the way make CAGR misleading; use a money-weighted return instead.

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Frequently asked questions

Is CAGR the same as average return?

No. A simple average of yearly returns overstates growth whenever returns vary.

Disclaimer

Legamoney calculators are educational tools. Results are estimates based on the figures you enter and do not constitute financial, tax or legal advice.

Last reviewed 2026-08-01