Percentile Calculator — pth Percentile Value
CalculatorA percentile calculator finds the value at a specified percentile position in sorted data.
What is it
A percentile is a cutoff value where a given percentage of data is at or below that value. For example, the 90th percentile means about 90% of values are at or below it.
rank = (p / 100) × (N - 1)
How to use
- 1Enter the number list.
- 2Enter percentile p from 0 to 100.
- 3Check the calculated percentile value.
Reference
| Input | p | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| 10,20,30,40,50 | 50 | 30 |
| 10,20,30,40,50 | 90 | 46 |
Sources & standards
- MDN Web Docs: Client-side web APIs - MDN Web Docs
FAQ
Is the 50th percentile the same as the median?
The 50th percentile is commonly used as the median.
Is percentile calculator input sent to a server?
No. This tool runs in your browser and does not send input to a server.