What is 20% of 30?

To find 20% of 30, multiply 30 by 20 and divide by 100. 30 × 20 ÷ 100 = 6.

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Another way to look at it

Turn it around: 30% of 20 is also 6. That's not a coincidence — percentages work both ways, so swapping the two numbers always gives you the same answer.

Nearby round percentages

For context, here is how 20% of 30 compares to nearby round percentages.

Quick example

If a £30 restaurant bill had a 20% tip added, the tip would be £6.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 20% of 30 more or less than half?

6 is less than half of 30 — half of 30 is 15.

What's the difference between 20% of 30 and 20% off 30?

20% of 30 is the portion itself: 6. 20% off 30 means removing that portion from the total, leaving 24. The two figures add back up to 30.

How do I work out 20% of 30 without a calculator?

Multiply 30 by 20 and divide by 100. A quick shortcut: find 10% of 30 first (3), then scale that up or down to build 20%.