Depreciation Calculator
Result
Depreciation Calculator — free online calculator.
Formula
- Depreciation Calculator calculates its result from Life, Sl, Cost, Salvage, Db, Bv, Syd, Year. It uses the formula SL: (Cost − Salvage) / Life; DB: BV × (2/Life); SYD: (Cost − Salvage) × (Life−year+1) / SYD. Change any input to recalculate the result instantly.
- The main inputs are Asset Cost, Salvage Value, Useful Life, Depreciation Method. Enter them in the units and format shown in the calculator.
- Use monetary amounts, rates and time periods exactly as labeled; the result reflects the assumptions entered on this page.
- Changing any input above recalculates the result with the same calculation engine used by this page.
Example: Depreciation
- Asset Cost: 500000
- Salvage Value: 50000
- Useful Life: 5
- Depreciation Method: straight-line
Using Life = 2, Sl = 3, Cost = 4, Salvage = 13, Db = 6, Bv = 7, Syd = 8, Year = 17, the calculated result is 1.5555555556.
Sample result: Calculating…
Frequently asked questions
What does the Depreciation calculate?
Depreciation Calculator — free online calculator.
Which values should I enter?
Enter Asset Cost, Salvage Value, Useful Life, Depreciation Method using the units and format shown beside each field.
What formula does this calculator use?
The calculator uses the following relationship: SL: (Cost − Salvage) / Life; DB: BV × (2/Life); SYD: (Cost − Salvage) × (Life−year+1) / SYD.
Why might my result differ from another source?
Results can differ when another source uses different units, rounding rules, conventions or assumptions. Compare the inputs and definitions before comparing results.
Does the result update automatically?
Yes. Changing an input updates the result using the same calculation engine shown on this page.