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How to sum only the positive numbers in Excel and Google Sheets
Topic:SUM & aggregationExcel & Google Sheets
=SUMIF(B2:B6,">0")✓
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| Month | Profit |
| Jan | 500 |
| Feb | -200 |
| Mar | 350 |
| Apr | -100 |
| May | 600 |
=SUMIF(B2:B6,">0")→1450
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Step by step
- 1Select the range containing mixed positive and negative values, e.g. B2:B6.
- 2Enter =SUMIF(B2:B6,">0"). When the third argument (sum_range) is omitted, SUMIF sums the criteria range itself.
- 3Press Enter. Only values strictly greater than 0 are included.
Tips
- To include zero in the sum use ">=-0" or simply ">=-1" — but typically ">=0" is the right choice if zeros should count.
- You can also use =SUMPRODUCT((B2:B6>0)*B2:B6) for the same result, which is useful when you want to chain additional conditions.
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Frequently asked
What is the difference between SUMIF(range,">0") and SUM(IF(range>0,range,0))?
Both produce the same result. SUMIF is simpler and does not require Ctrl+Shift+Enter in older Excel. The SUM/IF version can be extended with extra logical conditions.
Does this formula count zero as positive?
No — ">0" is strictly greater than zero. To include zero use ">=0".
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