How to Use the Salary Raise Reverse Calculator
"I make $60,000 now but want $70,000 next year — what raise percentage should I ask for?" When you know your current and target salary, this tool instantly calculates the exact raise percentage you need for a negotiation or job offer comparison.
The formula is: required raise (%) = (target salary − current salary) ÷ current salary × 100. For example, going from $60,000 to $70,000 requires a 16.7% raise. If your target is lower than your current salary, the result shows a negative percentage, meaning you've already surpassed that target.
Frequently Asked Questions
Required raise (%) = (target salary − current salary) ÷ current salary × 100.
The raise percentage will be negative, meaning you've already surpassed your target.
No, it only calculates the raise based on gross salary. Take-home pay depends on taxes and deductions.