Median Calculator

Find the median (middle value) of a set of numbers.

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Median Calculator: The Complete Guide

Find the median of any data set. Paste or type your numbers to get the middle value, with the count and the smallest and largest values for context.

Who the Median Calculator is for

Anyone analysing data that may be skewed, where the median beats the mean.

How to use the Median Calculator

  1. Type your values into the fields above — pick your currency or units where the calculator offers them.
  2. Results update automatically as you type; there's no submit button and nothing is sent to a server.
  3. Adjust any input to compare scenarios, then copy the result with a single click.

How it works

The median is the middle value when the numbers are sorted. With an even count, it's the average of the two middle values.

Features

  • Median value
  • Count, min & max
  • Handles even & odd counts
  • Instant result

Why use the median?

The median is the value in the middle of a sorted data set, so exactly half the numbers are above it and half below. Unlike the mean, it's barely affected by extreme values, which makes it the better summary for skewed data like incomes or house prices.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if there's an even number of values?

The median is the average of the two middle values once the list is sorted.

Median or mean — which is better?

Use the median for skewed data or when outliers would distort the mean; use the mean for symmetric data.

Is this calculator free and private?

Yes. It's completely free with no signup, and every calculation runs locally in your browser, so your numbers never leave your device.