Coefficient of Variation Calculator

The relative variability of data: standard deviation ÷ mean × 100.

Result

Coefficient of variation (%)

15.00

How it works

CV = SD ÷ mean × 100

The coefficient of variation expresses spread relative to the mean, so you can compare variability between datasets of different scales.

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Frequently asked questions

Why use CV instead of SD?

CV is unitless, so it compares variability across datasets with different means or units.

What is a high CV?

It depends on the field, but a higher CV means more relative spread around the mean.

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