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Salary to Hourly Calculator

Convert your annual salary into an hourly wage, and see daily, weekly, and monthly breakdowns.

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Standard full-time is 40 hours
Usually 52 weeks

How to Compare Job Offers With Different Pay Structures

When comparing a salaried position to an hourly contract role, or evaluating a freelance rate against a full-time offer, you need a common unit. Converting everything to an hourly rate or annual equivalent lets you make apples-to-apples comparisons — but don't forget to factor in benefits.

The Hidden Value of Employee Benefits

A salaried position at $70,000 often includes health insurance worth $6,000–$12,000/year, a 401(k) match worth $2,000–$4,000, paid time off (2 weeks = 4% of salary), and other perks. A freelance contract at $50/hour might seem higher, but working 2,000 hours/year is $100,000 — before self-employment taxes (15.3%) and the cost of your own benefits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is the hourly rate calculated from annual salary?

Divide the annual salary by 2,080 (standard full-time hours: 40 hours × 52 weeks). A $52,000 salary equals $25/hour. For part-time or non-standard schedules, adjust the hours accordingly.

What hourly rate should I charge as a freelancer?

A common rule: take your desired annual salary, add 30% for taxes and benefits, divide by 1,000 billable hours (since freelancers rarely bill 2,000 hours — accounting for finding clients, admin, and downtime). For a $70,000 equivalent: ($70,000 × 1.30) ÷ 1,000 = $91/hour minimum.

Does overtime affect the hourly equivalent?

Yes. If a $60,000 salaried position routinely requires 50 hours/week instead of 40, your effective hourly rate drops from $28.85 to $23.08. Always factor in realistic hours worked, not just the standard 40, when evaluating a salaried offer.