Quick answer: divide your annual salary by your total working hours in the year (hours/week × weeks/year). Our free Salary to Hourly Calculator does this instantly.
The Formula
Hourly Rate = Annual Salary ÷ (Hours per Week × Weeks per Year). For a standard 40-hour week, 52 weeks/year, that's 2,080 total hours.
Example
A $60,000 salary at 40 hours/week, 52 weeks/year: $60,000 ÷ 2,080 = $28.85/hour.
Why This Matters for Job Offers
Converting both a salaried and an hourly job offer to the same hourly basis makes it much easier to compare which actually pays more — especially when the hourly role might offer overtime or different weekly hours than the salaried one.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do freelancers use this?
Freelancers often convert a target annual income into an hourly rate to know what to charge clients.
Does this include benefits?
No, this converts base salary only — benefits, bonuses, and equity aren't included.
What if I work more than my stated hours?
Enter your actual average hours worked for a more accurate effective rate.
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