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Salary Conversion Guide
When comparing job offers, it's important to convert all figures to the same unit. The standard US work year is 2,080 hours (52 weeks × 40 hours), though actual hours vary. Our calculator uses your specified hours/days per week for accurate results.
Gross vs Net Pay
This calculator shows gross (before tax) pay. Net take-home pay will be lower after federal income tax, state tax, Social Security (6.2%), and Medicare (1.45%) deductions. Use a payroll tax calculator for net estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Divide your annual salary by 52 (weeks) then by your weekly hours. For a standard 40-hour week: $52,000 ÷ 52 ÷ 40 = $25/hour. Or use the shortcut: annual salary ÷ 2,080 (total working hours per year).
Multiply your hourly rate × hours per week × 52. Example: $25/hour × 40 hours × 52 weeks = $52,000/year. For part-time hours, use your actual weekly hours instead of 40.
Gross salary is your total pay before any deductions. Net salary (take-home pay) is what you receive after income tax, Social Security (6.2%), Medicare (1.45%), and other deductions. Net is typically 65–80% of gross depending on your tax bracket and deductions.
Biweekly means you're paid every two weeks — 26 pay periods per year. Biweekly gross pay = annual salary ÷ 26. Note: two months per year will have 3 pay days instead of 2 on a biweekly schedule.
In the US, overtime is typically 1.5× your regular hourly rate for hours worked beyond 40 in a week. Some employers pay double time for holidays or hours beyond 12 in a day. Always check your specific employment agreement.