Salary Conversion Calculator
Convert wages between hourly, daily, weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annually and annually. Visualize your income breakdown with interactive charts.
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About Salary Conversion Calculator
Welcome to the Salary Conversion Calculator, a free online tool that instantly converts wages and salaries between all common pay periods. Whether you need to know your annual salary from an hourly wage, convert a monthly salary to weekly pay, or compare job offers with different pay structures, this calculator provides accurate conversions with beautiful visualizations.
How to Convert Salary Between Different Pay Periods
Converting your salary is simple with our calculator:
- Enter your wage amount: Input your current wage or salary amount in the Wage Amount field. This can be any pay rate you know, such as hourly rate, monthly salary, or annual income.
- Select your pay period: Choose the pay period that matches your entered wage from the dropdown: Hourly, Daily, Weekly, Bi-Weekly, Semi-Monthly, Monthly, Quarterly, Semi-Annually, or Annually.
- Customize your work schedule: Adjust the Hours per Day (default 8) and Days per Week (default 5) fields to match your actual work schedule for accurate hourly and daily conversions.
- Click Convert to see results: Click the Convert Salary button to instantly see your wage converted to all pay periods with visual charts showing the salary breakdown.
Salary Conversion Formulas
Our calculator uses the following standard formulas for wage conversions based on your work schedule:
Hourly to Annual
Annual to Other Periods
Semi-Monthly = Annual / 24
Bi-Weekly = Annual / 26
Weekly = Annual / 52
Daily = Annual / (Days/Week x 52)
Hourly = Annual / (Hours/Day x Days/Week x 52)
Understanding Different Pay Periods
Hourly Pay
Hourly pay is the rate you earn per hour of work. This is common for part-time jobs, freelance work, and many service industry positions. To calculate annual salary from hourly: multiply your hourly rate by hours worked per week, then by 52 weeks.
Daily Pay
Daily pay represents earnings per work day. This is often used for contract workers, substitute teachers, and day laborers. Daily rate = Hourly rate x Hours per day.
Weekly Pay
Weekly pay is common in many industries and makes budgeting straightforward. There are 52 weeks in a year, so annual salary divided by 52 gives weekly pay.
Bi-Weekly Pay
Bi-weekly means payment every two weeks, resulting in 26 paychecks per year. This is one of the most common pay schedules in the United States, especially for salaried employees.
Semi-Monthly Pay
Semi-monthly pay occurs twice per month on set dates (typically the 1st and 15th, or 15th and last day), resulting in 24 paychecks per year. This differs from bi-weekly in that the pay dates are consistent each month.
Monthly Pay
Monthly pay means one paycheck per month (12 per year). This is common for many salaried positions, especially in professional fields and government jobs.
Quarterly Pay
Quarterly pay (4 times per year) is less common but may be used for bonuses, commissions, or certain contract arrangements.
Semi-Annual and Annual Pay
Semi-annual (twice per year) and annual pay structures are rare for regular wages but common for bonus payments, profit sharing, and some executive compensation packages.
Bi-Weekly vs Semi-Monthly Pay
A common confusion is the difference between bi-weekly and semi-monthly pay:
- Bi-Weekly: Every two weeks = 26 paychecks per year
- Semi-Monthly: Twice per month = 24 paychecks per year
This means bi-weekly workers receive 2 extra paychecks per year compared to semi-monthly. For budgeting purposes, bi-weekly workers get two "extra" paychecks in two months of the year (months with 3 pay periods instead of 2).
Work Hours in a Year
The standard calculation assumes:
- Full-time: 40 hours/week x 52 weeks = 2,080 hours/year
- Part-time (20 hrs/week): 20 hours/week x 52 weeks = 1,040 hours/year
- With 2 weeks vacation: 40 hours/week x 50 weeks = 2,000 hours/year
Our calculator lets you customize hours per day and days per week to match your actual schedule for more accurate conversions.
Salary Conversion Chart
Here are common hourly wages and their equivalent annual salaries (based on 40 hours/week, 52 weeks/year):
| Hourly | Weekly | Bi-Weekly | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $15.00 | $600 | $1,200 | $2,600 | $31,200 |
| $20.00 | $800 | $1,600 | $3,467 | $41,600 |
| $25.00 | $1,000 | $2,000 | $4,333 | $52,000 |
| $30.00 | $1,200 | $2,400 | $5,200 | $62,400 |
| $35.00 | $1,400 | $2,800 | $6,067 | $72,800 |
| $40.00 | $1,600 | $3,200 | $6,933 | $83,200 |
| $45.00 | $1,800 | $3,600 | $7,800 | $93,600 |
| $50.00 | $2,000 | $4,000 | $8,667 | $104,000 |
| $60.00 | $2,400 | $4,800 | $10,400 | $124,800 |
| $75.00 | $3,000 | $6,000 | $13,000 | $156,000 |
| $100.00 | $4,000 | $8,000 | $17,333 | $208,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert my hourly wage to annual salary?
To convert hourly wage to annual salary, multiply your hourly rate by your hours worked per week, then multiply by 52 weeks. For example, $25/hour x 40 hours/week x 52 weeks = $52,000 annual salary. Our calculator handles this automatically and also accounts for different work schedules.
What is the difference between bi-weekly and semi-monthly pay?
Bi-weekly pay means you receive a paycheck every two weeks (26 paychecks per year), while semi-monthly pay means twice per month on set dates like the 1st and 15th (24 paychecks per year). Bi-weekly results in slightly more pay periods annually.
How many work hours are in a year?
For a standard full-time schedule of 8 hours/day, 5 days/week, there are 2,080 work hours in a year (8 x 5 x 52 = 2,080). Our calculator allows you to customize your hours per day and days per week for accurate conversions based on your actual schedule.
What is considered a good hourly wage?
A good hourly wage varies by location, industry, and experience. In the US, the median hourly wage is approximately $23-28 per hour. Wages above $30/hour are generally considered above average, while $50+/hour indicates high-earning professional positions.
How do I calculate my monthly salary from annual?
To calculate monthly salary from annual, simply divide your annual salary by 12. For example, a $60,000 annual salary equals $5,000 per month ($60,000 / 12 = $5,000). Our salary conversion calculator does this instantly for all pay periods.
Reference of Wage Statistics
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - National Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates
- BLS - Earnings Data
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by miniwebtool team. Updated: Jan 08, 2026