APY Savings Calculator
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APY Savings Calculator
Estimated Total Savings
Understanding the APY Savings Calculator
This calculator helps you estimate the future value of your savings based on your initial deposit, the annual interest rate, how often that interest is compounded, and the duration of your investment. It uses the compound interest formula to project your earnings accurately.
The Math Behind the Calculation
The formula used to calculate the future value of an investment with compound interest is:
FV = P (1 + r/n)^(nt)
Where:
FV is the Future Value of your savings.P is the Principal amount (your initial deposit).r is the Annual Interest Rate (expressed as a decimal).n is the number of times that interest is compounded per year.t is the time the money is invested or borrowed for, in years.
In our calculator, we use the provided inputs to determine these variables:
P is your "Initial Deposit".r is your "Annual Interest Rate" divided by 100 (to convert percentage to decimal).n is your "Compounding Frequency".t is your "Time Period (months)" divided by 12 (to convert months to years).
What is APY?
APY stands for Annual Percentage Yield. It represents the real rate of return earned on an investment, taking into account the effect of compounding interest. While the nominal interest rate might seem appealing, the APY gives you a clearer picture of how much your money will actually grow over a year, because it accounts for the fact that you're earning interest on your previously earned interest. A higher APY means your savings grow faster.
How to Use This Calculator
1. Initial Deposit: Enter the amount of money you are starting with.
2. Annual Interest Rate: Input the advertised yearly interest rate of the savings account or investment.
3. Compounding Frequency: Specify how often the interest is calculated and added to your principal. Common frequencies include annually (1), semi-annually (2), quarterly (4), monthly (12), or daily (365).
4. Time Period: Enter the total number of months you plan to keep the money invested.
Click "Calculate Total Savings" to see the estimated total amount you will have at the end of the specified period.
Example Calculation
Let's say you have an initial deposit of $5,000.
The savings account offers an annual interest rate of 4.5%.
Interest is compounded monthly (12 times per year).
You plan to leave the money for 3 years (36 months).
Using the formula:
P = 5000r = 4.5% = 0.045n = 12t = 3 years (36 months / 12)
FV = 5000 * (1 + 0.045/12)^(12*3)
FV = 5000 * (1 + 0.00375)^(36)
FV = 5000 * (1.00375)^36
FV = 5000 * 1.144119...
FV ≈ 5720.60
So, after 3 years, your estimated total savings would be approximately $5,720.60. This calculator will perform this calculation for you automatically.
function calculateSavings() {
var principalAmount = parseFloat(document.getElementById("principalAmount").value);
var annualInterestRate = parseFloat(document.getElementById("annualInterestRate").value);
var compoundingFrequency = parseFloat(document.getElementById("compoundingFrequency").value);
var timePeriodMonths = parseFloat(document.getElementById("timePeriodMonths").value);
var resultDiv = document.getElementById("result");
var resultValueSpan = document.getElementById("result-value");
// Input validation
if (isNaN(principalAmount) || principalAmount < 0 ||
isNaN(annualInterestRate) || annualInterestRate < 0 ||
isNaN(compoundingFrequency) || compoundingFrequency < 1 ||
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var rateDecimal = annualInterestRate / 100;
var timePeriodYears = timePeriodMonths / 12;
// Compound Interest Formula: FV = P (1 + r/n)^(nt)
var futureValue = principalAmount * Math.pow(1 + rateDecimal / compoundingFrequency, compoundingFrequency * timePeriodYears);
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