Hourly to Salary Calculator — Overview
This calculator converts hourly wages to annual salary, showing income at every time scale: hourly, daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly. Essential for comparing job offers, budgeting, and understanding true income.
Calculate: Annual salary from hourly rate, compare different work scenarios (full-time, part-time, overtime), and plan finances based on total yearly income.
Standard Assumptions: 40 hours/week, 52 weeks/year = 2,080 hours/year (full-time). Adjust for part-time, seasonal, or variable schedules.
Hourly to Salary Calculator Tool
Income Breakdown by Time Period
How to Convert Hourly to Salary
Standard Full-Time Calculation:
Annual Salary = Hourly Rate × 40 hours/week × 52 weeks/year
Annual Salary = Hourly Rate × 2,080 hours/year
Example: $25/hour full-time
Annual = $25 × 2,080 = $52,000/year
Part-Time Calculation:
Annual Salary = Hourly Rate × Hours/week × Weeks/year
Example: $20/hour × 30 hours/week × 52 weeks = $31,200/year
With Vacation Days (2 weeks unpaid):
Annual Salary = Hourly Rate × 40 hours × 50 weeks = Hourly Rate × 2,000
Less conservative than 2,080 assuming vacation time
Understanding Income at Every Scale
Hourly Rate ($25/hour example):
What you earn per hour worked. Basis for all other calculations.
Daily Earnings (8-hour workday):
$25 × 8 hours = $200/day
Useful for per diem or daily rate contracts
Weekly Earnings (40 hours/week):
$25 × 40 = $1,000/week
Shows biweekly pay before taxes
Monthly Earnings (4.33 weeks average):
$25 × 40 × 4.33 = $4,330/month gross
Plan monthly budgets based on this figure
Annual Salary (52 weeks):
$25 × 40 × 52 = $52,000/year
Total yearly income before taxes/deductions
Hourly to Salary Examples — Job Offer Comparison
Scenario A: Fast Food Worker
Hourly: $15/hour, Full-time (40h/week)
Annual: $15 × 2,080 = $31,200/year
Monthly: ~$2,600 gross
Scenario B: Administrative Assistant
Hourly: $22/hour, Full-time (40h/week)
Annual: $22 × 2,080 = $45,760/year
Monthly: ~$3,813 gross
Scenario C: Skilled Technician
Hourly: $35/hour, Full-time (40h/week)
Annual: $35 × 2,080 = $72,800/year
Monthly: ~$6,067 gross
Scenario D: Part-Time + Freelance
Part-time: $18/hour × 30h/week × 52 weeks = $28,080
Freelance: $50/hour × 10h/week × 50 weeks = $25,000
Combined: $53,080/year
What Affects Your Take-Home Pay
Gross vs Net: Gross salary is before taxes/deductions. Net is what you actually receive.
Typical deductions: 20-30% for federal/state taxes + social security
Tax Calculation Example ($52,000 salary):
Federal income tax: ~$5,500 (10-12%)
Social Security: ~$3,224 (6.2%)
Medicare: ~$754 (1.45%)
State tax: ~$2,600 (varies by state)
Net take-home: ~$40,000 (77%)
Other Deductions:
- Health insurance premiums
- 401(k) retirement contributions
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Child support or garnishments
- Union dues
Annual Salary at Different Hourly Rates
| Hourly Rate | Daily (8h) | Weekly (40h) | Monthly (avg) | Annual (2,080h) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $15/hour | $120 | $600 | $2,595 | $31,200 |
| $20/hour | $160 | $800 | $3,467 | $41,600 |
| $25/hour | $200 | $1,000 | $4,333 | $52,000 |
| $30/hour | $240 | $1,200 | $5,200 | $62,400 |
| $40/hour | $320 | $1,600 | $6,933 | $83,200 |
| $50/hour | $400 | $2,000 | $8,667 | $104,000 |
How to Use This for Job Offer Comparison
- ✓ Calculate Annual: Always convert to annual salary for fair comparison (hourly seems smaller)
- ✓ Account for Benefits: Health insurance, 401(k) match, PTO = hidden compensation
- ✓ Consider Schedule: Flexible hours worth more than overtime-heavy jobs
- ✓ Job Security: Hourly = variable income; salary = predictable paycheck
- ✓ Growth Potential: Entry-level hourly ($18) vs junior role salary ($45k) differ in trajectory
- ✓ Commute/Location: Remote $25/hour beats $30/hour with 2-hour daily commute
- ✓ Calculate Net Pay: Gross salary looks good; take-home (after taxes) is reality
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why use 2,080 hours per year?
40 hours/week × 52 weeks = 2,080 standard full-time hours. Accounts for 2 weeks unpaid vacation. If you get paid vacation, add back those hours.
Q: How much is overtime (1.5x pay)?
Overtime typically pays 1.5× hourly rate for hours over 40/week. Varies by industry and employer. Factor separately from base calculation.
Q: What if I work seasonal/variable hours?
Adjust weeks worked and hours per week in calculator. Freelancers should average hours over past 12 months for realistic annual estimate.
Q: Is hourly better than salaried?
Trade-offs: Hourly = overtime pay but variable income; Salaried = predictable but may work unpaid hours. Depends on job and lifestyle needs.
Q: How do I compare hourly vs salaried offers?
Convert hourly to annual using 2,080 hours. Compare annual figures side-by-side. Don't forget benefits value in total compensation.