Rise Over Run Calculator

Calculate the rise over run, or the slope of a plotted line or function with this calculator.

Required Information

First Point Coordinates

x₁: y₁:

Second Point Coordinates

x₂: y₂:

Results:

What is Rise Over Run?

Rise over run is a term used for the way a plotted line or function changes between two points. Rise involves the vertical y-axis value and the run is related to the horizontal x-axis value.

Together, you get the rise over run value and the value is often accompanied by a slop value as well as a percent grade.

How to Calculate Rise Over Run

Calculating the rise over run requires two sets of coordinates, both the start point and end point. Then, you can use the following formula:

M = (y₂ - y₁) / (x₂ - x₁)

Understanding Rise Over Run Calculation Results

When you use our calculator, you will get 4 different values when you hit calculate.

Rise (Δy): This is the difference between the first and second y-axis values.
Run (Δx): This is the difference between the first and second x-axis values.
Slope: Using the rise and the run, you can get the slope by diving Δy by Δx.
Percentage Grade: The value of this field is a percentage. It is the percent value that the rise is of the run. Example: a rise of 1 with a run of 4 will be a 25% grade.

How to Use the Rise Over Run Calculator

Our calculator could not be any easier, in just a few steps you will get the answer based on your input. The steps are as follows:

Enter the value of x₁.
Enter the value of y₁.
Enter the value of x₂.
Enter the value of y₂.
Hit calculate and get your results within a second.

It is that easy, within just a few seconds you will have your answer.

Rise Over Run - Frequently Asked Questions

Rise over run is essentially the same thing as slope. They go hand in hand.

Create Date: July 22, 2024

Last Modified Date: August 20, 2024