Personal Net Worth Calculator
Net Worth is the single most comprehensive financial scorecard of personal wealth. It is calculated by adding up the market value of all assets you own and subtracting all debts and liabilities you owe.
Formula & Methodology
Net Worth = Total Assets - Total LiabilitiesAssetsCash, retirement accounts, brokerage portfolios, real estate, and vehicle equity.
LiabilitiesMortgages, student debt, auto loans, credit card balances, personal debt.
Practical Worked Example
A family owns Rs 5,00,000 cash, Rs 25,00,000 in mutual funds/PF, and an Rs 75,00,000 home with an Rs 40,00,000 mortgage and Rs 5,00,000 in car loans.
Interpretation & Industry Benchmarks
Tracking net worth is the best metric for measuring long-term wealth accumulation.
Assets growing faster than debt obligations.
Industry Nuance: Focus on growing productive financial assets (stocks, mutual funds) alongside home equity.
Analytical Limitations
- Do not include depreciating household consumer goods in personal balance sheets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is net worth?
Net worth is the difference between what you own (assets) and what you owe (liabilities).