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The Salary Increase Calculator projects your future earnings based on current salary, annual increase rate, and number of years. It uses compound growth principles to estimate salary progression over time.
The calculator uses the compound growth formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula calculates compound growth, where each year's increase builds upon the previous year's salary, simulating realistic salary progression.
Details: Salary projections help in financial planning, career decision-making, retirement planning, and setting realistic income expectations for future financial commitments.
Tips: Enter current salary in dollars, annual increase rate as percentage (e.g., 3.5 for 3.5%), and number of years for projection. All values must be valid (salary > 0, rate ≥ 0, years 1-100).
Q1: What is a typical annual salary increase rate?
A: Typical rates 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 growth. For real salary growth, subtract expected inflation from the increase rate.
Q3: Can I use this for multiple increase rates?
A: This calculator assumes a constant rate. For variable rates, calculations would need to be done year by year.
Q4: How accurate are these projections?
A: Projections are estimates based on constant growth. Actual salary changes may vary due to market conditions, career changes, and individual performance.
Q5: Should I include bonuses in the current salary?
A: For consistent projection, use base salary. Bonuses can be added separately as they often follow different growth patterns.