General investing

Time Value of Money Calculator

Enter a present amount, an interest rate and a number of years to see its future value.

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Enter a present amount, rate and years to see the future value.

Worked example

With these example inputs:

  • Present value$10,000
  • Interest rate7%
  • Years10 yr

Future value: $19,672

  • Interest earned$9,672

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Frequently asked questions

What is the time value of money?

It is the idea that money today is worth more than the same sum later, because it can earn a return. $10,000 at 7% grows to about $19,672 over 10 years.

How does the rate change the result?

A higher rate or a longer horizon both raise the future value, because the balance compounds for longer. Small differences in rate produce large gaps over many years.