How it works
Calculate variance when the list is the entire population of interest. The squared deviations are divided by N, not N−1.
σ² = Σ(x−μ)² / N
Worked example
Show example inputs and result
Numbers: 2 4 4 4 5 5 7 9.
- Result
- 4
Questions and answers
Why are some results rounded?
Results display up to 8 decimal places. Calculations use the unrounded values; very small values use scientific notation. JavaScript floating-point arithmetic can introduce tiny rounding differences.
Are my inputs sent to a server?
The calculator processes inputs in your browser. Its code does not send your values to a server.
Method reviewed: October 8, 2026 · Methods & accuracy