Zakat Calculator
Calculate your annual zakat obligation based on Islamic principles and nisab thresholds
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Zakat Analysis
Zakat Calculation Example
Example Scenario
Net Worth: $500,000
Nisab (Silver): $2,500
Eligibility: $500,000 > $2,500 ✅
Lunar Year: Wealth held for one full lunar year ✅
Calculation
Zakat = Net Worth × 2.5%
Zakat = $500,000 × 0.025
Zakat = $12,500
Zakat Principles
Third Pillar of Islam
Zakat is obligatory for all eligible Muslims
2.5% Rate
Fixed rate of 2.5% on eligible wealth
Nisab Threshold
Minimum wealth level to qualify
One Lunar Year
Wealth must be held for full lunar year
Nisab Thresholds
Gold Standard
87.48 grams (7.5 tolas)
Approximately 3.1 ounces
Silver Standard
612.36 grams (52.5 tolas)
Approximately 21.6 ounces
Assets Subject to Zakat
Cash savings and bank deposits
Gold, silver, and precious metals
Investment properties
Stocks, bonds, and securities
Business inventory and trade goods
Loans given to others
Understanding Zakat
What is Zakat?
Zakat is the third pillar of Islam and represents a mandatory charitable contribution that eligible Muslims must make annually. It serves as a means of wealth purification and helps support those in need within the community.
Eligibility Requirements
- •Must be a Muslim
- •Net worth must exceed nisab threshold
- •Wealth must be possessed for one full lunar year
- •Must be of sound mind and adult age
Calculation Method
Zakat = Net Worth × 2.5%
Important: The best time to pay zakat is during Ramadan, though it can be paid any time during the year.