Salary Calculator US
Convert annual salary to monthly, weekly, daily and hourly take-home estimates.
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How it works
This converts an annual salary into take-home pay across pay periods using an estimated deductions percentage. It is a simplified guide, not a payslip — real deductions depend on local tax bands and contributions.
- Monthly = annual ÷ 12
- Weekly = annual ÷ 52
- Hourly assumes about 2,080 working hours a year.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert an annual salary to an hourly rate?
Divide the annual salary by the number of work hours in a year — 2,080 for standard full-time. A $52,000 salary is $52,000 ÷ 2,080 = $25 per hour.
Why is 2,080 the standard number of work hours?
It is 40 hours per week multiplied by 52 weeks. It is the conventional basis for full-time salary-to-hourly conversions.
Is the salary calculator showing gross or net pay?
Gross — before taxes and deductions. Your take-home pay is lower after income tax and FICA are withheld.
How do I calculate pay for part-time work?
Multiply your hourly rate by the hours you actually work each week, then by the number of weeks you work in the year.
Does it include overtime or bonuses?
No. It converts a base rate between periods. Overtime, bonuses and unpaid time off will change your real annual total.
How do I compare two job offers?
Convert both to the same period — usually annual or hourly — and remember to weigh benefits, taxes and work hours, not just the headline number.
Converting between pay periods
This calculator converts pay between annual, monthly, biweekly, weekly, daily and hourly figures so you can compare offers on the same basis. A standard full-time year is treated as 2,080 working hours (40 hours × 52 weeks), which is the usual basis for turning an hourly wage into an annual salary and back.
Worked example
A $25.00 hourly wage at full time is 25 × 2,080 = $52,000 per year, about $4,333 per month or $2,000 per biweekly paycheck. Going the other way, a $78,000 salary is roughly $37.50 an hour. These are gross figures — before tax.
Gross vs net
The salary figures here are gross (before deductions). Your actual take-home is lower after federal and state income tax and FICA. To estimate what you actually receive, pair this with a paycheck calculator that subtracts withholdings.
Part-time and variable hours
If you work other than 40 hours a week, replace 2,080 with your actual annual hours (weekly hours × weeks worked). Overtime, bonuses and unpaid leave will also move your real annual earnings away from the simple conversion.
Results are estimates for general guidance in United States and may not reflect the latest local rates, fees or rules. Check official sources before making decisions.