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Money Market Calculator

Project a money market or high-yield savings balance with regular deposits and monthly compounding.

$
$/month
%
years

Balance at the end

$51,816

Total deposited
$45,000
Interest earned
$6,816
Monthly interest at the end
$181.36
Balance by year
Yr 1Yr 2Yr 3Yr 4Yr 5

How this calculator works

Balance grows monthly at r and receives each deposit

r
the annual yield divided by twelve

Example calculation

Illustrative example — not advice

Worked example — the money market calculator as it loads, using the default figures below.

  1. 01Enter opening balance: $15,000.
  2. 02Enter monthly deposit: $500.
  3. 03Enter annual yield: 4.2%.
  4. 04Enter years: 5 years.
  5. 05Read the balance at the end from the results panel: $51,816.

Balance at the end: $51,816. Total deposited: $45,000. Interest earned: $6,816. Monthly interest at the end: $181.36.

These figures come straight from the calculator above running on the values listed, so you can retype them and confirm every number yourself. Change any input and the results update immediately. Illustrative only — not a quote, offer or recommendation.

Important considerations

  • Yields are variable and can fall without notice.
  • Check minimum balance requirements and withdrawal limits.

Terms used here

Frequently asked questions

How does this differ from a fixed-term deposit?

The money stays accessible, but the rate is not guaranteed for any period.

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