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Online Effective Annual Rate (EAR) Calculator

Convert nominal annual rate and compounding frequency to Effective Annual Rate (EAR / APY).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the EAR formula?
EAR = (1 + r/n)^n − 1, where r = nominal annual rate (decimal), n = compounding periods per year.
When is EAR used?
To compare rates with different compounding (e.g. 5% monthly vs quarterly). EAR is the true annual return.
What is APY?
APY (Annual Percentage Yield) is the same as EAR—the effective rate after compounding.

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