Freelance Income

Hourly to Salary Calculator

Convert an hourly rate into weekly pay, monthly pay, and annual salary.

Calculator

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Result

Annual salary

Annual salary $52,000.00
Monthly pay $4,333.33
Weekly pay $1,000.00

Formula

Annual Salary = Hourly Rate * Hours Per Week * Weeks Per Year Monthly Pay = Annual Salary / 12 Weekly Pay = Hourly Rate * Hours Per Week

Example

If you earn $25 per hour, work 40 hours per week, and work 52 weeks per year, your annual salary is $52,000.

Read salary vs hourly pay for tradeoffs beyond the math.

Common mistakes

  • Using 52 weeks even when unpaid time off should be excluded.
  • Comparing gross pay without considering benefits, taxes, or overtime.
  • Forgetting that freelance billable hours are usually lower than working hours.

Reverse the calculation with the Salary to Hourly Calculator.

FAQ

How do you convert hourly rate to annual salary?

Multiply hourly rate by hours per week, then multiply by weeks per year.

What salary is $25 per hour?

At 40 hours per week and 52 weeks per year, $25 per hour equals $52,000 per year.

Should I use 52 weeks per year?

Use 52 if you are paid all year. Use fewer weeks if you want to exclude unpaid time off.

Does this include taxes or benefits?

No. This calculator converts gross pay before taxes, benefits, or deductions.

Disclaimer

This calculator is for general income planning and educational use. It does not replace tax, payroll, or financial advice.