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Percentage Off Calculator
Determine the exact percentage markdown between the original tag price and the current clearance sticker.
Percentage Off:0.0%
Total Dollar Markdown:$0.00
Percentage Off Formula
Percentage Off = ((Original Price - Sale Price) / Original Price) × 100- Dollar Savings: The absolute price difference between full retail and sale price.
- Relative Discount: Dollar savings expressed as a percentage of the initial price.
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How to Use This Calculator
Assumptions & Limitations
- Assumes sale price is lower than original price; if higher, it indicates a price markup.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is considered a "good" clearance discount?
In US retail apparel and homeware, 20–30% is a standard seasonal promotion, 40–50% is a deep clearance sale, and 60–75% represents final closeout or liquidation pricing.
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