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Minimum and Maximum Calculator.

Find the minimum, maximum, and range of a data set.

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Set your values

Results update as you type.

minimum: 4

minimum

4.000000
maximum: 20

maximum

20.000000
range: 16

range

16.000000

Results update automatically as you type.

Use Cases

Quickly check data spread

Use this calculator to quickly find the smallest and largest values in a list, and the range, to understand the spread of your data at a glance.

Example: Enter '12, 45, 3, 78, 22' to see min=3, max=78, range=75.

Verify calculations for homework or work

Double-check your manual calculations of minimum, maximum, and range for statistics assignments or data analysis tasks.

Example: Compare your results for a set of test scores.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I use the minimum and maximum calculator?
Enter your data values separated by commas or spaces into the 'Data values' field. The calculator will automatically identify the smallest (minimum) and largest (maximum) numbers, and also compute the range (maximum minus minimum).
What is the range in statistics?
The range is the difference between the maximum and minimum values in a data set. It gives a quick measure of how spread out the values are. For example, if your data is 2, 5, 9, the range is 9 - 2 = 7.
Can I use decimal numbers or negative numbers?
Yes, the calculator accepts any real numbers, including decimals and negatives. Just enter them as you would normally, separated by commas or spaces.

Tips & Common Mistakes

Tips

  • Separate each value with a comma or space. For example: 5, 10, 15 or 5 10 15.
  • You can enter as many values as you need, but ensure they are all numbers.
  • If you have a large data set, copy and paste the numbers directly into the field to save time.
  • The range is simply the maximum minus the minimum, so you can use this calculator to get both values at once.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Using commas as decimal separators (e.g., 3,5) – use a period (3.5) for decimals.
  • Including non-numeric characters like letters or symbols – only numbers and separators are allowed.
  • Forgetting that the range is not the average – it's just the difference between the largest and smallest values.

Last updated: August 13, 2026