About This Calculator
The Percentile Calculator helps determine how a value compares to a dataset or what value falls at a given percentile. It's widely used in statistics, education, and data analysis.
How It Works
- Select a mode: Find Percentile or Find Value at Percentile.
- Enter a list of numbers (comma, space, or newline separated).
- Enter the target value or desired percentile.
- Click "Calculate" to see the result with proper formatting and precision.
Percentile=(Number of values less than target÷Total number of values)×100
Index=(Percentile÷100)×(N−1)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a percentile?
A percentile indicates the relative standing of a value within a dataset. For example, the 75th percentile means 75% of the data falls below that value.
How do I format the dataset?
You can separate numbers using commas, spaces, or newlines. The calculator automatically cleans and sorts the input.
Can I input duplicate values?
Yes, duplicate values are allowed and will be treated as distinct entries in the dataset.
What is the minimum dataset size?
You need at least two valid numbers for percentile calculations to work.
What if the percentile is between two values?
The calculator performs linear interpolation to determine an accurate result.