How do you convert annual salary to hourly?
Divide annual pay by hours per week times 52.
Salary Calculator
Translate one pay figure into annual, monthly, biweekly, weekly, and hourly equivalents.
Enter your pay
Choose the period that matches your amount, then set hours per week for hourly conversions.
About this calculator
How to use Salary Calculator, plus the formulas and logic behind the results.
Tool description
This converter normalizes any common pay period to an annual salary, then derives the other periods. Hourly figures use hours per week × 52.
How to use
- Select the period that matches the amount you know.
- Enter that pay amount.
- Confirm hours per week (default 40) for hourly math.
- Select Calculate to see every equivalent rate.
Formulas & reference
Annual from monthly = monthly × 12Annual from biweekly = biweekly × 26Annual from weekly = weekly × 52Annual from hourly = hourly × hours/week × 52Hourly = annual ÷ (hours/week × 52)
Pay period map
- 12 monthly checks per year
- 26 biweekly checks per year
- 52 weekly checks per year
- Hourly annual = rate × hours × 52
Calculation logic
The input is converted to annual pay using the selected period, then split into monthly, biweekly, weekly, and hourly equivalents. Hours per week must be positive.
Biweekly assumes 26 pay periods per year. Actual paychecks may differ with holidays, overtime, or unpaid leave.
Salary Calculator FAQ
Common questions about the calculation and how to interpret the estimate.
What hours per week should I use?
Use your scheduled hours. Full-time is often 40.
How many biweekly periods are there?
This tool uses 26 biweekly periods per year.
Does this include taxes?
No. Results are gross pay equivalents before deductions.
Can I start from an hourly wage?
Yes. Choose Hourly and enter your rate and hours per week.
Why might my paycheck differ?
Overtime, unpaid time off, bonuses, and tax withholdings change take-home pay.