Economics

Cross-Price Elasticity Calculator

Calculate cross-price elasticity from the midpoint change in quantity of one good and price of another.

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Cross-Price Elasticity Calculator is an educational economics tool for exploring a standard quantitative relationship.

How it works

Enter the requested values using the stated definitions. The calculator validates the numerical domain and applies XED = midpoint %ΔQx / midpoint %ΔPy.

The formula

XED = midpoint %ΔQx / midpoint %ΔPy

Variables: Qx₁ = Old quantity of good X; Qx₂ = New quantity of good X; Py₁ = Old price of good Y; Py₂ = New price of good Y.

Worked example

Example: Qx: 100 → 90 and Py: 20 → 25 gives XED ≈ -0.4737.

Frequently asked questions

What is this economics calculator intended for?

It is intended for study, classroom exercises and quick exploration of the stated economic relationship.

Does the result fully describe a real economy?

No. Real economic outcomes depend on assumptions, institutions, expectations, market structure, policy settings, measurement choices and other factors beyond a simplified formula.

Last content reviewSeptember 26, 2026
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