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APY vs APR

Convert between a nominal annual rate and effective yield.

Your numbers

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How APY vs APR works

APY = ((1 + APR ÷ 100 ÷ compounding periods) raised to the number of periods − 1) × 100. Reverse mode solves for nominal APR from effective APY.

A worked example

These sample values illustrate the calculation. Use your own numbers in the calculator for your result.

Example inputs
APR or APY (%)
5
Compounds per year
12
Effective APY
5.116%

Assumptions and limits

Rates, fees and contribution schedules are the assumptions you enter. This estimate does not include changes you have not entered.

Educational estimate only. This is not personalized financial, investment or tax advice.