Average Calculator

Calculate the arithmetic mean, sum, count, and range of any set of numbers

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Arithmetic Mean (Average)

About the Average Calculator

This average calculator computes the arithmetic mean of any set of numbers, along with the sum, count, lowest and highest values, and the range. Simply enter numbers separated by commas, spaces, or newlines. It handles decimal numbers and large datasets, making it useful for students, data analysis, and everyday calculations.

The Formula

Mean (x\u0304) = (\u03a3x\u1d62) / n
Range = Max(x) - Min(x)

The arithmetic mean, commonly called the average, is the sum of all values divided by the number of values. It represents the central tendency of a dataset and is the most commonly used measure of center in statistics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between mean, median, and mode?

The mean is the arithmetic average (sum divided by count). The median is the middle value when data is sorted. The mode is the most frequently occurring value. The mean is sensitive to outliers, while the median is more robust to extreme values.

Can I use this calculator with decimal numbers?

Yes, the calculator fully supports decimal numbers. You can enter values like 3.5, 12.75, or 0.001. All results are displayed with up to 6 decimal places with trailing zeros removed for clarity.