The Integer data type defines a number that does not require the storage of a decimal part. This data type represents signed numbers with values ranging from negative 2147483647 through positive 2147483647.

Default value

0

Example

-204

204

2147483600

The Integer data type is often used to store counters, indexes and anything else that uses round numbers.

See Also

Mathematical Built-in Functions | Numeric Built-in Functions | About Null Values | About Integer Literal | Available Data Types