What’s the difference between hourly and salary pay?

Hourly pay means you’re paid for each hour worked, while salary is a fixed yearly amount, usually paid in equal installments regardless of hours.

How is overtime pay calculated?

Overtime is typically paid at a higher rate (like 1.5× your normal wage) for hours worked beyond the standard workweek, often 40 hours in the U.S.

Why is it important to know your annual salary?

Knowing your annual salary helps with budgeting, comparing job offers, and planning for taxes and financial goals.

What if I don’t have overtime hours?

You can leave the overtime hours field blank or set it to zero. The calculator will base results solely on your regular hours.

How accurate are the monthly and annual calculations?

The calculator assumes 52 working weeks per year and does not account for unpaid time off or holidays. It provides a solid estimate based on your inputs.

Can I export my results for personal records?

Yes, you can easily export your results as a PDF or Excel file or copy them directly for your records or to share with others.

Hourly to Salary Calculator

Convert an hourly wage to an annual salary easily.

Inputs

Hourly wage, hours per week, and optional overtime

Hourly rate ($)

Hours per week

Overtime hours per week (optional)

Hours paid at overtime rate (e.g. 1.5× in the U.S. over 40).

Overtime pay rate (multiplier)

e.g. 1.5 for time-and-a-half

Estimate taxes (same as Paycheck)

Pay frequency

Federal exemptions

State (optional)

Data as of 2026. Source: Tax Foundation.

State tax (%)

Results

Annual salary (52 weeks)

Gross

Monthly salary

$4,333

Annual

$52,000

Hourly

$25

Net (estimated after taxes)

Monthly

$3,309

Annual

$39,710

Hourly

$19

Breakdown (Year 1)

Annual vs monthly salary

For educational and estimation purposes only; not tax or payroll advice. Actual pay may vary—check with your employer or a tax advisor.

How It Works

Here’s a step-by-step guide to using the calculator:

1. Enter Your Hourly Wage

Input your hourly rate in dollars (for example, $30).

2. Enter Hours Worked Per Week

Type in the number of hours you typically work each week (e.g., 40).

3. Add Overtime Hours (Optional)

If you regularly work overtime, enter the number of hours paid at the overtime rate (for example, 1 for one hour of overtime).

4. Set Overtime Rate (if applicable)

Specify your overtime rate multiplier (e.g., 1.5 for time-and-a-half, which is standard in the U.S. for overtime).

5. Calculate

Click “Calculate” to see your results.

Results Provided:

Hourly Rate: Confirms the hourly wage you entered.
Monthly Equivalent: Shows your estimated monthly income, factoring in regular and overtime hours.
Annual Salary: Calculates your yearly earnings, assuming 52 working weeks.

Additional Features:

Copy: Instantly copy your results for use elsewhere.
Export PDF / Export Excel: Download your calculations as a PDF or Excel file for record-keeping or sharing.
Breakdown (Year 1): See a clear comparison between your annual and monthly earnings.

This step-by-step process ensures you get an accurate, practical view of your income, tailored to your actual working patterns.

Understanding Hourly and Salary Income

Understanding how hourly wages translate to annual salaries is essential for making informed decisions about your career and finances. Many employees and job seekers want to compare hourly pay with yearly compensation, especially when evaluating job offers or budgeting for the future.

Hourly pay means you earn a specific amount for each hour you work. Salary, on the other hand, is a fixed yearly amount, regardless of the exact hours worked each week. Moving between these two can be confusing, particularly when overtime pay or variable work hours are involved.

For example, if someone earns $30 per hour and works 40 hours each week, how much will they make in a year? What if they regularly work overtime? This calculator helps you answer these questions with clarity and confidence.

How This Calculator Helps

This Hourly to Salary Calculator is designed to give you a clear picture of what your hourly wage means in terms of monthly and annual earnings.

By entering your:

Hourly wage
Typical hours worked per week
Number of hours paid at an overtime rate (such as time-and-a-half)

You can instantly see:

Your monthly equivalent income
Your annual salary, assuming 52 working weeks
An easy-to-read breakdown comparing monthly and annual amounts

This is especially helpful for workers with overtime pay, those considering job changes, or anyone who wants to budget based on a steady annual income.