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The Salary Increase Calculator Year Over Year projects future earnings based on current salary and expected annual percentage increases. It uses compound growth calculation to estimate salary progression over multiple years.
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, creating exponential growth over time.
Details: Salary projections help with financial planning, career decisions, retirement planning, and understanding the long-term impact of annual raises on overall earnings.
Tips: Enter current salary in dollars, expected annual increase as a percentage (e.g., 3 for 3%), and number of years for projection. All values must be valid (salary > 0, years between 1-50).
Q1: What is a typical annual salary increase?
A: Typical annual increases range from 2-5% for cost-of-living adjustments, with higher percentages for promotions or exceptional performance.
Q2: How does compound growth affect salary?
A: Compound growth means each percentage increase applies to a larger base salary each year, resulting in accelerating growth over time.
Q3: Should I include bonuses in the calculation?
A: For base salary projections, use only guaranteed base pay. Bonuses and variable compensation should be calculated separately.
Q4: What factors can affect actual salary growth?
A: Economic conditions, company performance, industry trends, individual performance, promotions, and job changes can all impact actual salary growth.
Q5: How accurate are these projections?
A: Projections are estimates based on consistent percentage increases. Actual results may vary due to changing economic conditions and career circumstances.