Savings Goal Calculator

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Reviewed by Jasmine

We know that saving means we have certain goals, such as retirement, a home or a big purchase, which require consistent contributions over time. This savings goal calculator helps you calculate how much you need to save each period to reach your financial goal.

So, by entering detail, such as your target savings amount, initial investment, interest rate, and time period, you can get a clear idea of what you will earn from your contributions.


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So, when you are planning for long-term savings, this calculator will help you understand how much you will accumulate through regular deposits. You can view the balance year-on-year, giving you clear data and growth projections in charts.

Savings Goal Result

You need to save $77156.86 per month to reach your goal of $20000000. The total savings after 15 years will be $20998960.54.

Year Balance ($)
1$982676.45
2$2003986.71
3$3076362.50
4$4202357.07
5$5384651.36
6$6626060.38
7$7929539.84
8$9298193.28
9$10735279.39
10$12244219.81
11$13828607.24
12$15492214.05
13$17239001.20
14$19073127.70
15$20998960.54


What is a Savings Goal Calculator?

The savings goal calculator helps you figure out how much you need to save on a regular basis to meet your specific financial goal within a given period.

This is based on your initial investment, annual interest rate, savings period, and compounding frequency, you can choose yearly, monthly, weekly, or daily.

Therefore, this tool is valuable for personal financial planning, you can set future savings goals. For example, if you aim to save $2,000,000 in 15 years, the calculator shows that a monthly deposit of about $4,734.58 will get you there, according to the assumed annual interest rate.

How to Use the Savings Goal Calculator?

To use this calculator follow the steps below:

Click "Calculate" to see your required contribution. The results will display the total amount saved over time, broken down in a table by year and presented in a growth chart.

FAQs

What is compounding, and how does it affect savings? +
Compounding is the process by which interest earns interest, accelerating the growth of your savings over time.
How accurate is the savings calculator? +
The calculator provides an estimated target amount based on your input data, however, your actual returns may vary.
Can I use this calculator for retirement planning? +
Yes, this calculator is a valuable tool for setting retirement savings goals by projecting the growth of your contributions over time.
Does the interest rate remain constant? +
The calculator calculates at a fixed interest rate, however, interest rates may fluctuate depending on the type of investment you make.
What is the main factor should I consider? +
The important factor is your time frame, as the amount you deposit regularly in that time frame determines the returns you expect.
Can I change the input values after calculating? +
Yes, you can adjust any input value, and the calculator will update the results based on the new input values.
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