Continuous Compound Interest Calculator
Enter the principal, annual rate and number of years to see the final amount under continuous compounding.
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Enter the principal, rate and years to see the continuously compounded amount.
Worked example
With these example inputs:
- Principal$10,000
- Annual interest rate6%
- Years5 yr
Final amount: $13,499
- Interest earned$3,499
Frequently asked questions
How is continuous compound interest calculated?
The final amount is the principal times e raised to the rate multiplied by the years. $10,000 at 6% for 5 years grows to about $13,499.
How does it differ from monthly compounding?
Continuous compounding applies interest at every instant, the theoretical limit of more frequent compounding. It yields slightly more than daily or monthly compounding at the same nominal rate.