Savings Calculator

Set a goal amount and see how long regular deposits need to reach it at a given rate.

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Enter your details and press Calculate to see results.

Formula

Iterates month-by-month: balance = balance × (1 + APY/12) + deposit

Example

$400/month toward $20,000 at 4% APY reaches the goal in about 45 months with ~$1,300 earned in interest.

Planning tips

Automating deposits right after payday makes plans stick. If the timeline feels too long, increasing deposits works faster than chasing higher yields.

Frequently asked questions

What APY should high-yield savings earn?

It varies with central-bank rates — check current offers; online banks typically beat branch banks substantially.