Percentile calculator
Compute a percentile of a list using linear interpolation.
How to use this page
- Enter values or use the example in the form.
- Choose a mode or units where available.
- Read the result and check the calculation steps below.
What this page does not do: Percentile definitions can produce different results, especially in small samples. Up to 200 numbers.
Further reading
Sort the values. For N numbers, the zero-based position is h=(N−1)p/100. For 10,20,30,40 at p=25, h=0.75 and the result is 17.5. This is the type-7 method, not nearest rank.
Frequently asked questions
How is the result calculated?
Sort the values. For N numbers, the zero-based position is h=(N−1)p/100. For 10,20,30,40 at p=25, h=0.75 and the result is 17.5. This is the type-7 method, not nearest rank.
What are the limitations?
Percentile definitions can produce different results, especially in small samples. Up to 200 numbers.
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