Salary Calculator
Convert salary between annual, monthly, biweekly, weekly, daily, and hourly pay rates instantly
Select a pay type and enter an amount to see all equivalent rates.
What is a Salary Calculator?
A salary calculator converts your pay between different time periods — annual, monthly, biweekly, weekly, daily, and hourly. Whether you are comparing job offers, budgeting, or negotiating a raise, knowing your equivalent pay rate across all periods helps you make informed financial decisions quickly.
How to Use the Salary Calculator
- Select the pay type you know (annual, monthly, hourly, etc.)
- Enter the amount
- If entering hourly pay, set your hours per week (default 40)
- See all equivalent pay rates instantly
Features
- Converts between 6 pay periods: annual, monthly, biweekly, weekly, daily, hourly
- Adjustable hours per week for accurate hourly conversion
- Uses standard U.S. work year: 52 weeks, 260 working days
- Instant reactive calculation — no submit button needed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many working days are in a year?
The standard U.S. work year has 260 working days (52 weeks × 5 days). This does not account for public holidays or paid time off. If you have 10 paid holidays, your effective working days may be closer to 250.
What is biweekly pay?
Biweekly pay means you are paid every two weeks — 26 times per year. This is different from semi-monthly (twice a month, 24 times per year). Most U.S. employers use biweekly pay schedules.
Does this include taxes?
No — all figures shown are gross (pre-tax) pay. Your take-home (net) pay will be lower after federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), Medicare (1.45%), and any state taxes are withheld. Use a payroll calculator for net pay estimates.