How to Calculate Percentage of Percentage in Excel (2 Examples)

To analyze statistical data in Excel, many times we have to calculate a percentage of a percentage to get our intended information from bulk data. In this article, we will discuss on this topic with 2 examples and proper illustrations.

How to Calculate Percentage of Percentage in Excel: 2 Examples

Example 1: Calculate Percentage of Percentage from Raw Data

Suppose we have population data from a consensus where the percentage of Males and Children are provided separately. In this method, we will explain how to find the percentage of percentage to figure out the number of male children in that population.

📌 Steps:

• Add a new column in column F, and name that Male Child Nos.

• To find out the value of the number of Male Child we will enter the following formula in cell E5:

• Now we will drag down the fill handle to complete the series.

• Finally, we got the number of male children by using the percentage of a percentage.

Read More: How to Calculate Total Percentage from Multiple Percentages in Excel

Example 2: Calculate Percentage Increase or Decrease from Percentage Data

In order to make comparisons with our previous data, we usually calculate a relative increase or decrease in the value that is represented in the form of a percentage, the data gets clearer to understand.

📌 Steps:

• Assume we have a store’s monthly profit data where the percentage of increase or decrease is determined.
• First, let’s calculate the amount of shared profit with the following formula in cell E5:

• Then drag the fill handle to get all the shared profits.

• Now, we will determine the profit increase or decrease by entering the following formula in cell F5:

• To continue the series, we’ll draw down the fill handle.

How to Calculate Average Percentage of Percentage in Excel

Make the assumption we have Voter Nos. and Percentage of Votes in Favor data from an election.

Here is our sample data in the three columns of Voter Zones, Voter Nos. and % Votes in Favor.

We will compute the proportion of votes cast in favor using the following formula:

Read More: How to Calculate Mean Percentage Error in Excel

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Conclusion

Follow these steps and stages to calculate the percentage of percentage in Excel. You are welcome to download the workbook and use it for your own practice. If you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions, please leave them in the comments section.