What is dollar cost averaging?
Dollar cost averaging, commonly called DCA, is an investing approach where you buy an asset in multiple transactions over time rather than investing everything at once. Since market prices move constantly, each purchase is likely to have a different entry price. This stock average calculator combines those purchases into one clear view of your position.
Knowing your average stock price helps you understand when your investment reaches breakeven and how strongly price changes affect your portfolio. It is especially useful for long-term investors who add to positions during market pullbacks, recurring investment plans, or periods of uncertainty.
To use the calculator, enter the price and number of shares for each purchase. Add as many rows as needed, then optionally enter the current share price to see your market value, dollar profit or loss, and percentage return. You can also enter a sale to estimate remaining shares and realized profit or loss. Results are estimates and do not account for commissions, taxes, dividends, or currency conversion.