ROI Calculator

Calculate the return on investment, net profit, and payback period.

How it works

ROI calculations:

  • Total ROI = ((Total Return - Investment) ÷ Investment) × 100
  • Annual ROI = Total ROI ÷ Years
  • Payback Period = Investment ÷ Annual Return

Example

Investing $10,000 with $2,500 annual return over 5 years:

FAQ

What is ROI?
ROI (Return on Investment) measures the profitability of an investment. It's calculated as (Net Profit ÷ Investment Cost) × 100. An ROI of 50% means you earned 50% on top of your initial investment.
What is a good ROI?
This depends on the investment type and risk. Stock market historically returns 7-10% annually. Real estate typically 8-12%. A "good" ROI should beat inflation (2-3%) and compensate for risk taken.
What is payback period?
Payback period is how long it takes to recover your initial investment through returns or savings. Shorter payback periods are generally better as they reduce risk exposure.