Apr To Apy Converter
Last updated: June 2026 · Free · No sign-up required
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About the Apr To Apy Converter
Every result on this page comes from a real formula — APY = (1 + APR/n)^n – 1; APR = n x ((1 + APY)^(1/n) – 1) — computed live in your browser the moment you press the button.
Scroll past the converter for a quick-reference table, a step-by-step methodology with a fully worked example, and answers to the questions people most often ask about apr to apy converter.
Quick reference
APY for a 6% APR by compounding frequency:
| Compounding | Periods/yr | APY |
|---|---|---|
| Annually | 1 | 6.000% |
| Quarterly | 4 | 6.136% |
| Monthly | 12 | 6.168% |
| Daily | 365 | 6.183% |
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Interpretation guide
APR vs APY:
| Term | What it represents |
|---|---|
| APR | Nominal annual rate, ignores intra-year compounding |
| APY / EAR | Effective rate including compounding |
| More frequent compounding | Higher APY for the same APR |
| Use APY to compare | True earning/borrowing cost |
Formula & methodology
Formula: APY = (1 + APR/n)^n - 1; APR = n x ((1 + APY)^(1/n) - 1)
APR is the stated nominal rate, while APY (also called the effective annual rate) reflects how often interest compounds. The calculator converts between them for any frequency: as compounding gets more frequent, the APY rises above the APR. Always compare savings accounts and loans by APY/EAR, because it captures the true annual cost or yield.
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