Hourly to Salary Converter

Hourly to Salary Converter: Know Your Worth

Comparing a job offer that pays hourly against one that pays a salary can be confusing. Is $25 an hour better than a $45,000 annual salary? Our Hourly to Salary Converter does the math instantly, breaking down your income into annual, monthly, bi-weekly, and weekly amounts so you can compare apples to apples.

The Math Behind the Conversion

The standard work year in the United States and many other countries is considered to be 2,080 hours. This comes from working 40 hours a week for 52 weeks a year.

Annual Salary = Hourly Rate × Hours per Week × Weeks per Year

However, not everyone works 52 weeks. You might take 2 weeks of unpaid vacation, bringing your working weeks down to 50. Our tool allows you to adjust these variables for precision.

Hourly vs. Salary: Pros and Cons

Hourly Pay

Overtime: You are typically eligible for 1.5x pay for hours over 40.
Flexibility: Often easier to work part-time or flexible shifts.
Risk: If hours are cut, your paycheck shrinks immediately.

Annual Salary

Stability: Consistent paycheck regardless of hours worked.
Benefits: Salaried roles often come with better benefits (PTO, insurance).
Risk: You might work 50-60 hours a week without extra pay (if exempt).

Quick Conversion Table (40hr/wk)

Hourly Rate	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay
$15.00	$31,200	$2,600
$20.00	$41,600	$3,466
$25.00	$52,000	$4,333
$30.00	$62,400	$5,200
$40.00	$83,200	$6,933
$50.00	$104,000	$8,666

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this gross or net pay?

This calculator shows Gross Pay (before taxes). Net pay depends on your tax bracket, deductions, and location.

What is bi-weekly pay?

Bi-weekly means you get paid every two weeks (26 paychecks a year). This is the most common pay schedule in the US. Semi-monthly means twice a month (24 paychecks a year).