What is an average salary raise?

Average annual salary increases in the US are 3–5%. A raise above inflation (~3% in 2026) is a real pay increase. High performers typically receive 5–10% raises.

How do I negotiate a higher raise?

Research market rates on Glassdoor, LinkedIn, and Bureau of Labor Statistics. Document your accomplishments. Ask before the annual review cycle begins.

Raise Calculator

Enter current salary and raise % to calculate new salary and paycheck increase.

Calculate your new salary and the exact increase in your paycheck after a raise. Enter your current salary and raise percentage (or new salary) to see your annual, monthly, and biweekly income increase.

Last reviewed: April 2026Report an error

Current Annual Salary ($)

I know the

Raise Percentage (%)

New Annual Salary

$68,250

$65,000 → $68,250 (+5.0%). Annual increase: $3,250, monthly: $271, biweekly: $125.

Annual Increase

$3,250

Monthly Increase

$271

Biweekly Increase

$125

How to Use This Raise Calculator

Enter your current annual salary.
Either enter the raise percentage OR your new salary.
Read your new salary, annual raise amount, and increase per paycheck.

Frequently Asked Questions

: Average annual salary increases in the US are 3–5%. A raise above inflation (~3% in 2026) is a real pay increase. High performers typically receive 5–10% raises.
: Research market rates on Glassdoor, LinkedIn, and Bureau of Labor Statistics. Document your accomplishments. Ask before the annual review cycle begins.

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