Payback Period Calculator
Result
Calculated result
0.6666666667
Based on the values entered.
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Payback Period Calculator — free online calculator.
Formula
Simple Payback = Investment / Annual CF; Discounted: cumulate PV(CF) until ≥ Investment
- Payback Period Calculator calculates its result from Investment, Annual Cf. It uses the formula Simple Payback = Investment / Annual CF; Discounted: cumulate PV(CF) until ≥ Investment. Change any input to recalculate the result instantly.
- The main inputs are Investment, Annual Cf. 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: Payback Period
Inputs
- Investment: 2
- Annual Cf: 3
Using Investment = 2, Annual Cf = 3, the calculated result is 0.6666666667.
Sample result: Calculating…
Frequently asked questions
What does the Payback Period calculate?
Payback Period Calculator — free online calculator.
Which values should I enter?
Enter Investment, Annual Cf using the units and format shown beside each field.
What formula does this calculator use?
The calculator uses the following relationship: Simple Payback = Investment / Annual CF; Discounted: cumulate PV(CF) until ≥ Investment.
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.