Using the Average Calculator
This Average Calculator calculates the arithmetic mean of a set of
numbers. It also provides the total sum, number of values, smallest
value and largest value.
Average Formula
The arithmetic mean is calculated by adding all values together and
dividing the sum by the number of values.
Average = Sum of Values ÷ Number of Values
For example, if the numbers are 10, 20 and 30, the sum is 60 and
there are 3 values. Therefore, the average is 60 ÷ 3 = 20.
Mean, Minimum and Maximum
The mean is the arithmetic average of the values. The minimum is the
smallest value in the data set, while the maximum is the largest value.
Common Uses of an Average
Averages are commonly used in education, statistics, business,
measurements and everyday calculations to summarize a group of numbers
with a single representative value.
Average Calculator FAQs
How do you calculate an average?
Add all the values together and divide the sum by the total number of
values.
What is the difference between average and mean?
In everyday mathematical use, the terms average and arithmetic mean are
commonly used to describe the same calculation.
Can I calculate the average of many numbers?
Yes. Enter the numbers into the calculator to quickly calculate their
average.
What else can an average calculator find?
This calculator can also find the sum, minimum and maximum values
of the numbers entered.
Use our free Average Calculator above to calculate the mean of your
numbers quickly and easily.