How to Calculate Sprint Velocity in Jira
- George Apostolov
How to Calculate Sprint Velocity in Jira: step-by-step guide
Open the Jira project associated with the sprints you want to analyze.
In the left-hand sidebar, click on 'Reports'.
From the list of available reports, select 'Velocity Chart'.
The Velocity Chart will display several sprints, showing two bars for each sprint, the completed and committed.
Select a sprint that you want to calculate using the Velocity chart.
The chart gives a visual overview of the velocity across multiple sprints.
Quick answer: To calculate sprint velocity in Jira, open your project, click 'Reports' in the sidebar, and select 'Velocity Chart'. View the completed and committed bars for multiple sprints on the chart to analyze your team's velocity visually.
About this Jira tutorial
Analyze team performance in Jira by accessing the Velocity Chart from project reports to review committed versus completed sprint metrics. This guide shows how to calculate Sprint Velocity in Jira in 6 steps, starting with "Open the Jira project associated with the sprints you want to analyze" and finishing with "The chart gives a visual overview of the velocity across multiple sprints". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Jira interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to calculate Sprint Velocity in Jira?
6 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Jira data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Jira. Related guides: How to Calculate Throughput in Jira, How to Cancel Jira Subscription and How to Cancel Jira Ticket. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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