Mean (Average) Calculator

Compute the arithmetic mean of a list of numbers.

Inputs

Any numeric values; commas, spaces, or newlines all work.

Result

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How to use this calculator

  • Paste numbers separated by commas, spaces, or newlines.
  • Read the mean and supporting stats.

About this calculator

The arithmetic mean — sum divided by count — is the most familiar "average". It's the right choice for normally distributed data and homogeneous quantities. For skewed data, the median (the middle value) is usually more representative; for ratios over time, the geometric mean can be appropriate. Use mean for "average test score, average rainfall, average temperature".

Frequently asked

When should I use median instead of mean?+
When the data has outliers or is heavily skewed (income, house prices). The median is robust against extreme values.
What is a weighted mean?+
When some values count more than others. Sum (xᵢ · wᵢ) divided by sum (wᵢ). This calculator computes simple (equal-weight) mean only.
Can I include negative numbers?+
Yes — the formula works on any real numbers.
Why does this calculator show range?+
Range gives a quick sense of spread. The standard-deviation calculator gives a more rigorous spread measure.
How many values can I enter?+
Practical limit ~10,000 values. The performance bottleneck is parsing.

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