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The Future Salary Calculator projects your expected salary over time based on annual increases. It uses compound growth to estimate how your salary will grow with consistent annual raises or cost-of-living adjustments.
The calculator uses the compound interest formula:
Where:
Explanation: This formula calculates compounded increases, meaning each year's raise is applied to the previous year's salary, creating exponential growth over time.
Details: Understanding future salary potential helps with financial planning, career decisions, retirement planning, and setting realistic financial goals. It provides insight into long-term earning potential.
Tips: Enter your current salary in dollars, expected annual increase rate as percentage, and number of years for projection. All values must be positive (salary > 0, rate ≥ 0, years ≥ 1).
Q1: What is a typical annual salary increase rate?
A: Typical annual increases range from 2-5% for cost-of-living adjustments, with higher rates for promotions or exceptional performance.
Q2: Does this account for inflation?
A: No, this calculates nominal salary increases. For real salary growth, subtract expected inflation from the annual increase rate.
Q3: Can I use this for multiple raise types?
A: Yes, the rate can represent any consistent annual increase - merit raises, cost-of-living adjustments, or average career growth.
Q4: What if my raises vary each year?
A: This calculator assumes consistent annual increases. For variable raises, you would need to calculate each year separately.
Q5: How accurate are these projections?
A: Projections are estimates based on consistent growth. Actual salary changes depend on many factors including job performance, company policies, and economic conditions.