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Net Worth Calculator

Add up everything you own and subtract everything you owe to find your net worth, debt-to-asset ratio, and liquid net worth. Every field updates the totals instantly.

Assets — what you own
Liabilities — what you owe
Your net worth
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Total assets minus total liabilities.
Total assets
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Total liabilities
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Debt-to-asset ratio
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Liquid net worth
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What your assets are made of

What is net worth?

Flat illustration of three ascending stacks of gold coins with an upward arrow — representing net worth growing as assets outpace debts over time.
Net worth is the clearest snapshot of financial health: everything you own minus everything you owe.

Net worth is the single clearest snapshot of your financial health. It's everything you own (assets) minus everything you owe (liabilities). A positive and growing net worth means you're building wealth; a negative number means your debts outweigh your assets, which is common early in life when student loans or a new mortgage dominate.

Net worth vs liquid net worth

Total net worth includes illiquid assets like your home and cars. Liquid net worth strips those out to show what you could access quickly in an emergency — your cash, investments, and retirement accounts minus your debts. Tracking both over time is the best way to measure real financial progress, far more useful than income alone.

Tip: Check your net worth once a quarter, not daily. A quarterly snapshot shows the real trend without letting normal market swings stress you out.

Frequently asked questions

What is a good net worth by age?
A common benchmark is to have net worth equal to your annual salary by 30, three times salary by 40, and six times by 50. These are rough guides — your own trajectory depends on income, location, and debt. What matters most is steady year-over-year growth.
Should I include my home in net worth?
Yes. Include your home's market value as an asset and your remaining mortgage as a liability. The difference is your home equity, which counts toward net worth. For liquid net worth, exclude the home since you can't spend it quickly.
How often should I calculate my net worth?
Once a quarter is plenty for most people. Checking too often makes normal market swings feel stressful. A quarterly or annual snapshot shows the real trend and keeps you focused on long-term progress.

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Written & reviewed by Chase Bennett, President of CalcHeadquarters
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