➗ Proportion Sample Size Calculator

Estimate sample size for a proportion at 95% confidence.

Result

How this calculator works

Estimate sample size for a proportion at 95% confidence.

Formula

n=z²p(1-p)/e²

Example

At 50% proportion and 5% margin, n≈385.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Proportion Sample Size Calculator do?

Estimate sample size for a proportion at 95% confidence.

Are the results exact?

The calculator follows the displayed formula. Rounded display values may differ slightly from full-precision results.

Can I use negative or decimal values?

Most fields accept decimals and negative values when they make sense for the formula.

How should I check an important result?

Review the formula, verify your entries, and confirm high-stakes work with a qualified teacher or professional.