Percentile Calculator
Find a percentile value from a number list and show the sorted interpolation.
Value
12.8
Count
7
Position
6.4
Method used
Linear interpolation blends between sorted values when needed.
Sorted dataset
Parsed from pasted text, CSV, or table-style input.
| Index | Value |
|---|---|
| 1 | 2 |
| 2 | 4 |
| 3 | 6 |
| 4 | 8 |
| 5 | 10 |
| 6 | 12 |
| 7 | 14 |
Interpolation detail
Shows which sorted positions were used for the percentile result.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Requested percentile | 90% |
| Lower sorted index | 6 |
| Upper sorted index | 7 |
| Interpolation weight | 0.4 |
Histogram preview
Approximate distribution from the parsed dataset.
Formula
Linear interpolation uses position = (p / 100) × (n - 1) + 1 and blends adjacent sorted values; nearest rank uses rank = ceil((p / 100) × n).
Find a percentile value from a number list and show the sorted interpolation.
How to Use
Find a percentile value from a number list and show the sorted interpolation. Enter the Values, Percentile, and Percentile method values and review the Value, Count, Position, and Method used outputs after you calculate.
- Open the calculator : Start with Percentile Calculator.
- Enter values : Fill in the required inputs and any optional settings.
- Review the result : Read the output and use the about page for more detail if needed.
Common Questions
What formula does the Percentile Calculator use?
Linear interpolation uses position = (p / 100) × (n - 1) + 1 and blends adjacent sorted values; nearest rank uses rank = ceil((p / 100) × n).