HomeToolsStandard Deviation Calculator
Free online tool

Standard Deviation Calculator

Calculate sample or population standard deviation from raw values.

Reviewed/updated September 8, 2026
Loading calculator…

Standard Deviation Calculator

Calculate sample or population standard deviation from raw values. This free tool is designed for quick academic, research, laboratory or everyday calculations while keeping the underlying method visible.

Formula or method

Sample SD uses n−1; population SD uses n.

How to use it

Enter the requested values, run the calculation and review the result together with the interpretation shown by the tool. Check units and assumptions before using the output in formal work.

Important note

Results may be affected by rounding, input quality and context-specific rules. For high-stakes scientific, clinical or academic decisions, verify the calculation against the applicable official method or guidance.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What does this tool calculate?

Calculate sample or population standard deviation from raw values.

Can I use the result in formal work?

Use the result as a calculation aid and verify assumptions, units and any field-specific rules before formal use.