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Compound Interest Calculator

Free compound interest calculator with monthly contributions, annual return, and total future value. Ideal for savings, investing, and long-term wealth planning in USD.

Instant result
Future value
$113,669.42
Total contributed$70,000.00
Estimated growth$43,669.42
Time horizon10 years

Calculator results are provided for planning and educational purposes. For taxes, legal decisions, lending, or medical advice, verify the numbers with an official source or qualified professional.

About this calculator

Use this compound interest calculator to estimate how your money can grow over time with a starting balance, recurring monthly deposits, and an annual rate of return. It is especially useful for comparing long-term investing scenarios in the US market where regular contributions matter as much as the starting amount.

How this calculator works

This calculator uses the future value of compound growth plus the future value of a monthly contribution stream. In simple terms, it compounds your initial deposit over the selected number of years and then adds the growth from each monthly contribution. The result helps you see the combined power of time, return, and consistency.

How to use it

  1. Enter your starting balance in US dollars.
  2. Add the amount you plan to contribute each month.
  3. Enter your expected annual return and the number of years you want to model.
  4. Review the ending balance, total contributions, and growth to compare saving or investing scenarios.

Example

For example, if you start with $10,000, add $500 per month, earn 8% per year, and stay invested for 10 years, the calculator shows how much of your ending balance comes from contributions and how much comes from compound growth.

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Frequently asked questions

What is compound interest?

Compound interest means you earn returns on both your original money and on the growth that has already accumulated. Over long periods, that compounding effect can become one of the biggest drivers of portfolio growth.

Does this compound interest calculator include monthly contributions?

Yes. It factors in both your initial deposit and recurring monthly contributions, which makes it useful for retirement accounts, brokerage investing, and savings plans.

Is the result guaranteed?

No. The output is an estimate based on the annual return you enter. Real investment results can differ due to market performance, taxes, fees, and timing.

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