Hourly wages are easy to compare with each other but hard to compare with salaries, rent or a yearly budget. This calculator converts an hourly rate into annual, monthly, biweekly and weekly pay, and lets you add regular overtime so the yearly figure matches what you actually earn.
How to use the hourly to salary calculator
- Enter your hourly wage.
- Enter regular hours per week — usually 40 for full time.
- Add average overtime hours per week if you work them, and the overtime multiplier (1.5 for time and a half, 2 for double time).
- Enter paid weeks per year — 52 if time off is paid.
Hourly to salary formula
Annual pay = weekly pay × paid weeks
Monthly = annual ÷ 12 · Biweekly = annual ÷ 26
Worked example with overtime
You earn $25 an hour, work 40 regular hours and average 5 overtime hours a week.
- Regular: 25 × 40 = $1,000 a week
- Overtime: 25 × 1.5 × 5 = $187.50 a week
- Weekly total: $1,187.50
- Annual: 1,187.50 × 52 = $61,750, of which $9,750 is overtime
Hourly to salary table
40 hours a week, 52 weeks, no overtime, before taxes.
| Hourly wage | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| $12 | $24,960 | $2,080.00 |
| $15 | $31,200 | $2,600.00 |
| $20 | $41,600 | $3,466.67 |
| $25 | $52,000 | $4,333.33 |
| $30 | $62,400 | $5,200.00 |
| $40 | $83,200 | $6,933.33 |
| $50 | $104,000 | $8,666.67 |
Shortcut: double the hourly wage and add three zeros for a quick estimate — $20 an hour is roughly $40,000 a year (the exact figure is $41,600).
Part-time and seasonal work
- Part-time: enter your usual weekly hours, for example 25.
- Seasonal: enter only the weeks you work, such as 30.
- Variable hours: add up a few recent pay stubs and use the average weekly hours.
Gross pay vs. take-home pay
Everything above is gross pay — what you earn before anything is withheld. Your paycheck is smaller because of federal income tax, Social Security and Medicare (FICA), state and local income taxes where they apply, and any deductions you choose, such as health insurance premiums or retirement contributions. Because those depend on your filing status, state and benefit choices, the most reliable way to see your take-home ratio is to divide the net amount on a recent pay stub by the gross amount, then apply that ratio to the figures here.
Comparing two job offers
When one job pays hourly and another a salary, convert both to the same basis. Use realistic hours: a salaried role that routinely runs 45–50 hours a week pays less per hour than its salary suggests, while an hourly job with steady overtime can out-earn a higher base rate. Then add the value of benefits — employer health coverage, retirement matching and paid leave can be worth thousands of dollars a year.
Converting the other way? Try the Salary to Hourly Calculator. Tracking hours for a timesheet? The Time Card Calculator adds them up.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert hourly pay to salary?
Multiply the hourly wage by hours per week and by weeks per year. At 40 hours and 52 weeks, multiply by 2,080: $25 an hour × 2,080 = $52,000 a year.
How much is $20 an hour per year?
$41,600 a year at 40 hours a week for 52 weeks, or $3,466.67 a month, before taxes.
How is overtime calculated?
Under the US Fair Labor Standards Act, covered non-exempt employees get at least 1.5 times their regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek. Some states have daily overtime rules too. Enter your weekly overtime hours and the calculator adds them at the multiplier you choose.
Should I use 52 weeks?
Use 52 if you are paid for holidays and vacation. If you take unpaid weeks off — common for contractors and seasonal jobs — enter the weeks you are actually paid.
Is this my take-home pay?
No, it is gross pay before taxes and deductions. Take-home pay depends on your tax situation, state and benefits.