Raise & Promotion Calculator

Compare your current salary to a new offer — see gross increase, percent raise, post-tax monthly impact and new annual take-home.

Annual gross raise
Monthly take-home gain
New annual gross
Raise percent

Current role

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Annual take-home comparison

    Frequently asked questions

    What is a good raise percentage?

    The US average annual raise is roughly 3–4% (the long-term inflation baseline). A promotion typically comes with 8–15%. A job-hop raise of 15–25% is common in tech and finance. Anything above 30% is rare and usually signals a major role change. Always compare in dollars per year, not just percent — a 5% raise on a $50,000 salary is $2,500, but on a $200,000 salary it's $10,000.

    Should I compare take-home pay or gross?

    Gross is easier to negotiate on, but take-home is what hits your bank account. A higher gross salary can mean a higher tax bracket, so the post-tax delta is what matters for your budget. This calculator shows both side by side.

    What about bonuses and equity?

    Base salary is usually the largest, most stable component, but a 10% raise plus a $20,000 sign-on bonus plus a $50,000 RSU grant can be worth much more than a 20% raise alone. Add the expected annualized value of stock vesting and recurring bonuses for a true apples-to-apples comparison.

    Is this calculator accurate?

    The estimate uses your inputs and a flat effective tax rate. Actual withholding depends on your filing status, deductions, state, and pre-tax benefits like 401(k) and health insurance. Always verify with a paystub or a tax professional for major decisions.