Salary Calculator
The Salary Calculator converts salary amounts to their corresponding values based on payment frequency.
This salary calculator assumes the hourly and daily salary inputs to be unadjusted values. All other pay frequency inputs are assumed to be holidays and vacation days adjusted values. This calculator also assumes 52 working weeks or 260 weekdays per year in its calculations. The unadjusted results ignore the holidays and paid vacation days.
| Unadjusted | Holidays & vacation days adjusted | |
|---|---|---|
| Hourly | $50.00 | $45.19 |
| Daily | $400.00 | $361.54 |
| Weekly | $2,000 | $1,808 |
| Bi-weekly | $4,000 | $3,615 |
| Semi-monthly | $4,333 | $3,917 |
| Monthly | $8,667 | $7,833 |
| Quarterly | $26,000 | $23,500 |
| Annual | $104,000 | $94,000 |
Salary Calculator
The Salary Calculator converts salary amounts to their corresponding values based on payment frequency (hourly, daily, weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, monthly, quarterly, or annually).
Understanding Salary Conversion
Our salary calculator helps employees and employers convert between different pay frequencies. Whether you're comparing job offers with different pay schedules or planning your personal budget, this tool provides accurate conversions between:
- Hourly wage to annual salary
- Annual salary to hourly rate
- Weekly pay to monthly income
- Bi-weekly payments to yearly earnings
- Semi-monthly paychecks to equivalent weekly amounts
How to Use Our Salary Calculator
Follow these simple steps to convert between different pay frequencies:
- Enter your salary amount in the first field
- Select your current pay frequency (hourly, weekly, monthly, etc.)
- Input your typical work schedule (hours/days per week)
- Add your paid time off details (holidays and vacation days)
- Click "Calculate" to see all equivalent salary amounts
The results show both unadjusted values and amounts adjusted for your time off.
Pay Frequencies Explained
Hourly
Payment for each hour worked. Common for part-time and contract workers.
Daily
Fixed amount paid per work day. Often used for temporary or day labor.
Weekly
Payment every week, common for hourly employees and some salaried positions.
Bi-weekly
Paid every two weeks (26 pay periods per year). Most common pay schedule.
Semi-monthly
Paid twice per month (24 pay periods), usually on specific dates like 15th and last day.
Monthly
Single payment each month. Common for salaried professionals and executives.
Salary Calculation FAQs
How do you calculate annual salary from hourly wage?
Multiply your hourly rate by the number of hours you work per week, then multiply that by 52 weeks. For example: $20/hour × 40 hours/week × 52 weeks = $41,600 annual salary.
What's the difference between bi-weekly and semi-monthly pay?
Bi-weekly means 26 paychecks per year (every two weeks), while semi-monthly means 24 paychecks (twice per month). Semi-monthly paychecks are usually slightly larger but less frequent.
How do holidays and vacation days affect my salary?
Paid time off increases your effective hourly rate because you're paid for days not worked. Our calculator shows both your base rate and adjusted rate accounting for PTO.
How many working days are in a year?
Typically 260 days (52 weeks × 5 days). After subtracting average vacation (10-15 days) and holidays (10 days), most employees work about 235 days annually.
Salary Conversion Tips
When comparing job offers or planning your finances:
- Always compare equivalent time periods (convert all offers to annual or hourly)
- Consider the value of benefits beyond just salary
- Account for differences in tax withholding between pay frequencies
- Remember that more frequent paychecks may help with cash flow
- Use our calculator to understand your true hourly wage after PTO