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Net Worth Calculator
Net worth is a snapshot of what you own minus what you owe. Use this educational calculator to organize major assets and liabilities in one place.
Updated: June 10, 2026
Calculate net worth
Formula
Net worth = total assets − total liabilities
Worked example
If assets total $242,000 and liabilities total $148,000, estimated net worth is $94,000.
That number is only a snapshot. If a home value estimate is stale, an investment account moved sharply, or a credit-card balance changed after the last statement, the real picture may be different from the number on this page.
How to interpret the result
A positive net worth means listed assets are higher than listed liabilities. A negative result means listed liabilities are higher than listed assets. Neither result explains monthly cash flow by itself, so it is useful to review budget numbers separately.
For tracking over time, focus less on one exact estimate and more on consistent updates. If you change the way you value a car, home, or investment account every month, the trend may become harder to understand.
Common input mistakes
- Entering a home's full value but forgetting the mortgage balance.
- Using purchase price instead of current estimated resale value for vehicles.
- Counting retirement accounts twice across investment and other asset fields.
- Leaving out credit-card balances because they feel short term.
Assumptions and limits
This snapshot does not value pensions, business interests, taxes due on unrealized gains, selling costs, insurance coverage, estate issues, or asset liquidity. A high net worth in illiquid assets can still feel tight if monthly cash flow is weak.
Valuation consistency checklist
Result quality checklist
- Use current or recent values instead of old purchase prices where possible.
- Include related debts whenever you include an asset, especially homes and vehicles.
- Avoid mixing conservative values one month with optimistic values the next if you track trends.
- Keep separate notes for assets that are hard to price, sell, or access quickly.
- Review monthly cash flow separately so a strong net-worth snapshot does not hide budget stress.
Related tools and guides
Related calculators
Review concepts in Net Worth Explained, test monthly cash flow with the monthly budget calculator, and compare liability pressure with the debt-to-income calculator.
For broader planning context, read How to Build a Monthly Budget and Emergency Fund Guide.
Method and verification trail
- Method used: Major assets are added together, major liabilities are added together, and liabilities are subtracted from assets to estimate net worth.
- Primary source type to verify: Bank and brokerage statements, retirement account dashboards, mortgage and loan statements, vehicle loan records, and recent valuation sources for major property.
- What to verify in real documents: Current account balances, payoff amounts, realistic resale or market values, whether any asset is counted twice, and whether liabilities are missing from the snapshot.
- Scope limit: This page does not perform a formal appraisal, tax estimate, liquidity analysis, or estate-planning review.
For site-wide methodology, review How We Calculate. For sourcing and corrections standards, review Editorial Policy.
FAQ
Should I include my car?
You can include it if you use a realistic resale value and also include any vehicle loan balance.
How often should net worth be updated?
Monthly or quarterly is common for tracking, but the best cadence depends on how often your balances and valuations materially change.
Is home equity the same as net worth?
No. Home equity is only one component. Net worth includes all major assets minus all major liabilities.
How to read this estimate
The result is an educational estimate based only on the inputs shown on this page. It is useful for comparing assumptions, spotting cost drivers, and understanding the formula, but it is not a recommendation or a guarantee.
Before using a result for a real decision, compare it with official documents, local rules, fees, taxes, insurance, and any professional guidance that applies. See How We Calculate and the Disclaimer for more context.