Depreciation Calculator
Depreciation: Straight-line and declining balance methods.. Free, no account needed – works offline.
Depreciation
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How the Depreciation Works
Straight-line method: (Cost - Salvage) / Useful Life. Declining balance applies a fixed rate to remaining book value each year.
Asset cost $10,000, salvage $1,000, life 5 years → annual depreciation $1,800.
Common Mistakes
- Not knowing the appropriate useful life:
- Confusing tax depreciation with book depreciation:
Frequently Asked Questions
Which method should I use?
Straight-line is simpler; accelerated methods match actual wear for some assets.