How to convert hourly pay to salary
Annual salary = Hourly wage × Hours per week × Weeks per year
A full-time year is usually 40 hours × 52 weeks = 2,080 hours, so a quick shortcut is to multiply the hourly wage by 2,080 (or roughly double it and add three zeros: $25/hour ≈ $50,000/year).
Common hourly wages as salaries
| Hourly | Annual (2,080 hrs) | Monthly | Biweekly |
|---|---|---|---|
| $15 | $31,200 | $2,600 | $1,200 |
| $20 | $41,600 | $3,467 | $1,600 |
| $25 | $52,000 | $4,333 | $2,000 |
| $30 | $62,400 | $5,200 | $2,400 |
| $40 | $83,200 | $6,933 | $3,200 |
| $50 | $104,000 | $8,667 | $4,000 |
| $75 | $156,000 | $13,000 | $6,000 |
Overtime
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, most hourly (non-exempt) employees must be paid at least 1.5 times their regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek. Enter weekly overtime hours to include them.
Gross vs take-home pay
These figures are gross pay before taxes and deductions. Employees typically take home 70% to 80% of gross after federal, state and FICA taxes and benefits. If you're self-employed, use the 1099 tax calculator to estimate taxes.
Frequently asked questions
How many work hours are in a year?
A standard full-time year is 2,080 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks). After 10 holidays and 2 weeks of vacation, actual working hours are closer to 1,920.
How much is $20 an hour a year?
$41,600 a year at 40 hours a week for 52 weeks.
How do I convert salary to hourly?
Divide the annual salary by 2,080 for a standard full-time schedule. See our salary to hourly calculator.
Last reviewed: 2026-10-09