Free Salary Calculator
Convert your salary between hourly, daily, weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, and annual figures. Enter any pay period amount and instantly see all equivalents — plus an estimated take-home pay. Free, private — all calculations run in your browser.
📋 Full Pay Period Conversion
| Pay Period | Gross | Tax Est. | Net Take-Home | Periods/Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly | $36.06 | $6.77 | $29.29 | 2080× |
| Daily | $288.46 | $33.56 | $254.90 | 239× |
| Weekly | $1,442.31 | $270.74 | $1,171.57 | 52× |
| Bi-Weekly | $2,884.62 | $541.48 | $2,343.13 | 26× |
| Semi-Monthly | $3,125.00 | $586.60 | $2,538.40 | 24× |
| Monthly | $6,250.00 | $1,173.21 | $5,076.79 | 12× |
| ★ Annual | $75,000.00 | $14,078.50 | $60,921.50 | 1× |
📊 Salary Scenario Comparison
| Annual Salary | Monthly Take-Home | Bi-Wkly Take-Home | Tax Burden | Eff. Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $65,000/yr | $4,491 | $2,073 | $11,114 | 17.1% |
| ★ $75,000/yr | $5,077 | $2,343 | $14,079 | 18.8% |
| $85,000/yr | $5,663 | $2,614 | $17,044 | 20.1% |
| $100,000/yr | $6,542 | $3,020 | $21,491 | 21.5% |
💡 What Your Numbers Mean
- Your marginal rate is 22% but your effective tax rate is 18.8% — only income in the top bracket is taxed at the marginal rate.
- Your hourly rate is $36.06/hr based on a 40-hour week. For evaluating freelance or contract rates: you need to cover your own benefits, self-employment tax (15.3%), and paid time off — a common rule of thumb is to multiply your employee hourly rate by 1.5–2× for equivalent freelance billing.
- These are federal estimates only for a single filer using the standard deduction. Actual take-home pay depends on your filing status, state taxes, additional deductions, and tax credits. Use this as a planning guide — consult a tax professional or use tax software (TurboTax, H&R Block) for your actual return.
About This Salary Calculator
The Salary Calculator instantly converts any salary figure across all standard pay periods — hourly, daily, weekly, bi-weekly (every two weeks), semi-monthly (twice a month), monthly, and annual. It is particularly useful when comparing job offers quoted in different formats: one employer might quote $38/hour while another quotes $76,000/year — this tool converts both to the same basis so you can make a direct comparison in seconds. It also estimates your take-home pay using a simplified tax model, useful for quick budgeting.
The Formula — How It Works
All conversions flow through the annual salary as the base:
Monthly = Annual ÷ 12
Bi-weekly = Annual ÷ 26
Weekly = Annual ÷ 52
Daily = Annual ÷ (52 × Work days per week)
Hourly = Annual ÷ (52 × Hours per week)
The take-home pay estimate deducts a simplified federal income tax rate and FICA taxes (Social Security: 6.2%, Medicare: 1.45%). This is a gross approximation — actual net pay depends on filing status, allowances, pre-tax deductions, state taxes, and other factors.
Assumptions and Limitations
- •Assumes you work the specified hours every week for all 52 weeks — no unpaid leave or varying hours
- •The take-home estimate uses a simplified flat federal tax rate and does not account for state taxes
- •Pre-tax deductions (401k, health insurance, HSA, FSA) are not subtracted from the gross figure
- •Overtime pay is not included — the calculator assumes regular hours only
- •Bonus, commission, equity, or other variable compensation is not included in conversions
Who Should Use This Calculator
This tool is designed for job seekers comparing offers in different pay formats, employees preparing for salary negotiations who want to quantify what a raise means in monthly take-home terms, freelancers and contractors setting their rates to match or exceed a full-time equivalent salary, recent graduates building a first budget based on a starting salary, and HR professionals converting compensation structures across teams. It is also valuable for anyone evaluating a part-time role, side income, or consulting project to understand the annualised equivalent.
When to Consult a Professional
For accurate tax withholding calculations, use the IRS Tax Withholding Estimator (irs.gov) or consult a CPA. For salary benchmarking and negotiation strategy, sites like Glassdoor, Levels.fyi, and the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook provide data-driven market comparisons. A financial advisor can help you determine how your salary fits into a broader financial plan including savings rate, retirement contributions, and debt repayment goals.
Privacy Notice
All calculations in this salary calculator run entirely in your browser. No data you enter — including salary figures, hours, or any personal information — is transmitted to any server or stored anywhere. Your financial information stays completely private on your device. See our Privacy Policy for full details.
When to Use This Calculator
Convert two job offers to the same pay period for an apples-to-apples comparison — especially when one is hourly and the other is salaried.
Find the annual equivalent of an hourly wage (or vice versa) to understand your true yearly compensation and compare to industry benchmarks.
Determine what hourly rate to charge as a freelancer or contractor to match or exceed a full-time salary, accounting for the lack of benefits and paid time off.
Convert your annual salary to monthly and weekly figures to build a realistic household budget that matches your actual pay schedule.
Calculate the annual and monthly dollar difference between your current salary and your target raise to clearly quantify what you are asking for in a negotiation conversation.
💡 Pro Tips
Always compare job offers on an annual basis, not monthly or per hour. A role paying $38/hour for 35 hours/week ($69,160/year) may look more attractive than one at $36/hour for 40 hours/week ($74,880/year) until you convert both to annual figures. This calculator makes that comparison instant and prevents a costly mistake.
Always negotiate your salary — even when you feel the offer is fair. Research consistently shows that the majority of employers expect negotiation and have budgeted a range above their initial offer. A $3,000 annual raise negotiated at the start of your career is worth far more compounded over time than the face value, as all future raises and percentage bonuses build from a higher base.
Total compensation is far more than your base salary. Evaluate employer 401(k) match (often worth $3,000–$8,000/year), health insurance value (company-paid premiums can be worth $5,000–$15,000/year), equity (stock options or RSUs), remote work savings (commute, clothing, meals), PTO, and professional development budget. A lower base salary with excellent benefits can easily outperform a higher base at a company with no benefits.
Cost of living adjustments are critical for comparing offers across cities. A $90,000 salary in Austin, TX has significantly higher purchasing power than the same salary in San Francisco or New York City, where housing alone can consume 50–60% of take-home pay. Use a cost-of-living calculator to convert salaries to a comparable baseline before accepting or declining an offer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Financial Disclaimer
Salary Calculator — Pay period conversions are mathematically accurate based on standard assumptions (52 weeks/year, specified hours per week). Take-home pay estimates use a simplified tax model and do not account for state taxes, filing status, pre-tax deductions, or individual tax situations. Results do not constitute tax, financial, or employment advice. For accurate payroll calculations, consult your employer's HR or payroll department, or a qualified CPA.
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