How to Compute the Future Value of US Bonds
Calculate the future value of bonds to give yourself a better idea of your financial situation..
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Savings bonds are issued by the U.S. Treasury Department and are a dependable method to save money for the future. Because the government backs a savings bond, financial markets do not affect a bond's value. Savings bonds are free from state and local taxes, and you can defer federal taxes on the earnings until you redeem the bond or it reaches maturity. If you are saving for your child’s future or investing in your own, it is important to know the future value of your savings bond. Visit the Savings Bond Calculator located on the Treasury Direct website.
Visit the Savings Bond Calculator located on the Treasury Direct website.
Step 2Enter a future month and year in the “Value as of” field. Click “Update” to apply the change.
Step 3Select the bond type and denomination from the drop-down lists.
Step 4Enter the bond’s serial number and issue date in the fields provided. If you do not have the bond on hand, you can leave the serial number blank. The calculator will give you an estimated future value based on the issue date, bond type and denomination.
Step 5Click the “Calculate” button. The future value of the U.S. savings bond will display in the “Value” column of the table that appears on your screen.
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