3% 5% 10% Pay Raise Calculator 2026
Calculate 3%, 5%, 10% pay raise in 2026. Annual impact shown instantly.
What this calculator does
- 100% free, no signup — calculations run instantly in your browser.
- Results include a plain-English interpretation of what the numbers mean for your situation.
- All math happens locally — your data never leaves your device.
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Raise Impact
How this calculation works
A pay raise is measured two ways: the dollar difference and the percentage increase relative to your prior salary. The percentage matters for comparison.
When evaluating an offer or annual review, compare the raise against current US inflation. A raise below inflation is effectively a pay cut in real purchasing power.
How this 3% 5% 10% Pay Raise Calculator works — 2026 guide
A 3% pay raise is the most common US annual increase, but most people never check what it actually adds in dollars. This 2026 pay raise calculator compares your old and new salary side by side — showing the raise amount, the percentage increase, and the annualized dollar impact across weekly, biweekly, and monthly pay periods. Whether your bump is 3%, 5%, or 10%, you'll see the real annual gain in seconds.
How to use it in 3 steps
- Enter your current (old) salary or hourly rate.
- Enter the new salary or the raise percentage (3%, 5%, 10%, or any custom number).
- Read the dollar difference, percentage increase, and the new annual, monthly, and biweekly pay.
Who this is for
Employees weighing a raise or job offer against inflation, and managers building a counter-offer. Pair it with our [take-home pay estimator](/tools/take-home-pay-estimator/) to see the after-tax effect, or the [3 vs 5 vs 10 percent raise guide](/blog/3-vs-5-vs-10-percent-pay-raise-net-annual-impact-2026/) for the full breakdown.
Data sources & authoritative references
This calculator is built on official U.S. rules and published statistics. Key sources:
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✓ Audited for 2026 Tax Year- Standard formulas Amortization, compound interest, and retirement projection equations per finance practice.
- Public reference rates Savings/investment assumptions stated as planning estimates; no live market rates.
- Internal editorial Calculators reviewed by the AllMoneyCalc editorial team before publication.
All calculations are independently vetted by credentialed practitioners (IRS Enrolled Agent & CFA) against statutory primary sources: 26 U.S. Code § 1(j) (Tax Cuts and Jobs Act rates), IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32, 29 CFR Part 541 (FLSA labor rules), and CFPB Regulation Z. Models undergo continuous automated verification against synthetic test cases.
Methodology and citations are maintained by the AllMoneyCalc editorial board. Educational tools only; verify specific personal filing situations with a qualified tax professional.