Base Formula
n0 = (Z² × p × (1 − p)) / e²
Standard Cochran formula for large populations where sample proportion is known or estimated.
With Finite Correction
n = n0 / (1 + (n0 − 1) / N)
Used when the population is small and the sample size represents a significant portion of N.
Confidence Level (Z)
1.645 = 90%, 1.96 = 95%, 2.576 = 99%
Estimated Proportion (p)
Use 0.5 for most conservative estimate
Margin of Error (e)
Enter as decimal — 5% = 0.05
Population Size (N)
Required Sample Size
Based on selected parameters
Result Summary