Batting Average Calculator

Calculate batting average, on-base percentage, and OBP from at-bats, hits, and walks.

Use the Batting Average Calculator above to calculate your results. Enter your values and see instant results — all calculations run in your browser.

Disclaimer: This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax, financial, or legal advice. Results are estimates based on the information you provide and current rates. Always consult a qualified tax professional or financial advisor for advice specific to your situation.

How It Works

The Batting Average Calculator determines a baseball or softball player's batting average, a fundamental statistic indicating how often a batter gets a hit. It's crucial for evaluating a player's hitting proficiency and contribution to their team's offense, helping to compare players and track performance over time.

The calculator uses a straightforward formula: Batting Average = Total Hits / Total At-Bats. This ratio is typically expressed as a decimal to three places, for example, .300. Walks, sacrifices, and hit-by-pitches are generally not counted as at-bats.

A common mistake is confusing 'at-bats' with 'plate appearances'; only official at-bats are used for batting average. Remember that a higher batting average indicates a better hitter, with .300 often considered a benchmark for excellence. Don't forget to round to three decimal places for standard reporting.

Example: Calculating a Player's Batting Average for a Season

  1. 1 A player finishes the season with 150 total hits and 500 total at-bats.
  2. 2 Input these numbers into the formula: Batting Average = 150 Hits / 500 At-Bats.
  3. 3 The calculation yields 0.300. So, the player's batting average for the season is .300.
  4. 4 This player had a very good season, hitting safely 30% of the time they officially stepped up to bat.

Source: ACE · Last updated: April 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

How is batting average calculated?
Batting average equals hits divided by at-bats. Walks, hit-by-pitches, sacrifices, and reaching on errors do not count as at-bats. A .300 batting average (3 hits per 10 at-bats) is considered excellent in MLB.
What is a good batting average in baseball?
In MLB, .300 or above is elite, .270-.299 is above average, .250-.269 is average, and below .230 is poor. The league-wide batting average has been around .243-.250 in recent seasons.
What is the difference between batting average and OBP?
On-base percentage (OBP) includes walks, hit-by-pitches, and sacrifices in addition to hits, making it a better measure of a hitter overall ability to reach base. A good OBP is .340 or higher.

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