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Stair Calculator

A Stair Calculator is a free online tool that computes stair rise and run using stair rise and run, stair building code, number of stairs calculator. Tradespeople, planners, and curious owners use it to sanity-check estimates, plan projects, and answer everyday questions.

Last updated: June 2026 · Free · No sign-up required

Results

Enter values above and click Calculate to see your result instantly.

Quick reference

Total riseStepsTotal run
45 in660 in
108 in14140 in
60 in880 in

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Interpretation guide

OutputWhat it tells you
StepsNumber of risers to span the height comfortably.
Total runHorizontal space the staircase needs (≈ 10 in per tread).
CodeCheck local building codes for exact rise/run limits.

Formula & methodology

Formula: Steps = round(total rise ÷ 7.5 in); total run = steps × 10 in

A comfortable staircase uses a riser height near 7.5 inches. Dividing the total rise by 7.5 gives the step count; each tread adds about 10 inches of run.

  1. Measure the total rise — the floor-to-floor height in inches.
  2. Divide by about 7.5 in to get the number of steps.
  3. Multiply the step count by ~10 in for the total horizontal run.
  4. Check the result against your local building code's rise and run limits.

Worked example: A 45 in total rise needs about 6 steps and 60 in of run.

Frequently asked questions

How do I calculate the number of stairs?
Divide the total rise by a comfortable riser height of about 7.5 inches and round to the nearest whole step. A 45 in rise needs 6 steps.
What is total run?
Total run is the horizontal distance a staircase covers — roughly the number of treads times the tread depth (about 10 inches each).
What is a comfortable riser height?
Around 7–7.75 inches is comfortable and common in residential code. This calculator uses 7.5 inches as the target.
Do I need to follow building codes?
Yes. Local codes set maximum riser heights and minimum tread depths; always confirm before building.
Is it free and private to use?
Yes — it is 100% free, needs no sign-up, and every calculation runs in your browser, so your inputs are never uploaded or stored.

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