Opportunity Cost Calculator
Result
Opportunity Cost Calculator — free online calculator.
Formula
- Opportunity Cost Calculator calculates its result from Amount, Years, R Chosen, Forgone Fv. It uses the formula Chosen FV = Amount × (1 + r_chosen)^years; Opportunity Cost = Forgone FV − Chosen FV. Change any input to recalculate the result instantly.
- The main inputs are Amount, Years, R Chosen, Forgone Fv. 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: Opportunity Cost
- Amount: 2
- Years: 11
- R Chosen: 4
- Forgone Fv: 5
Using Amount = 2, Years = 11, R Chosen = 4, Forgone Fv = 5, the calculated result is -97656245.
Sample result: Calculating…
Frequently asked questions
What does the Opportunity Cost calculate?
Opportunity Cost Calculator — free online calculator.
Which values should I enter?
Enter Amount, Years, R Chosen, Forgone Fv using the units and format shown beside each field.
What formula does this calculator use?
The calculator uses the following relationship: Chosen FV = Amount × (1 + r_chosen)^years; Opportunity Cost = Forgone FV − Chosen FV.
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.