Stratified Sample Calculator

Calculate sample sizes for stratified random sampling

Strata Definition:

About Stratified Sampling

Stratified sampling divides the population into homogeneous subgroups (strata) and samples from each stratum.

Allocation Methods:

  • Proportional: n_h = n Γ— (N_h / N) - Sample sizes proportional to stratum sizes
  • Optimal (Neyman): n_h = n Γ— (N_h Γ— Οƒ_h) / Ξ£(N_h Γ— Οƒ_h) - Accounts for stratum variability
  • Equal: Same sample size from each stratum

Stratified sampling often provides more precise estimates than simple random sampling, especially when strata are internally homogeneous.

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