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Rule of 72 Calculator

Estimate how many years it takes to double your money at a given interest rate.

How to Use the Rule of 72 Calculator

  1. Enter the required financial values.
  2. Adjust additional parameters if available.
  3. Click Calculate to see the results.
  4. Review the calculated figures and breakdowns.

Quick Reference

FromTo
1% rate72 years
3% rate24 years
5% rate14.4 years
7% rate10.3 years
10% rate7.2 years
12% rate6 years

Use Cases

Formula

Years to double ≈ 72 / Interest Rate. Exact = ln(2) / ln(1 + r/100).

Frequently Asked Questions

How to use?
Enter the data and click the calculate button.
Calculation accuracy?
Calculations are performed with high precision.
Is it free?
Yes, all calculators are completely free.