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Salary to Hourly Calculator

Convert an annual salary into a true hourly rate, including the effect of overtime you are not paid for.

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Effective hourly rate

$32.05

Contracted hourly rate
$36.06
Value of unpaid hours per year
$9,375
Hourly rate compared
ContractedEffective

How this calculator works

Effective rate = salary ÷ (52 × (contracted hours + unpaid hours))

unpaid hours
hours worked beyond contract with no additional pay

Important considerations

  • Commuting and preparation time are not counted here but do affect the real rate.
  • Bonuses and benefits raise the effective figure.

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Frequently asked questions

Why does unpaid overtime matter so much?

Five extra hours a week on a 40-hour contract cuts your effective rate by more than a tenth.

Disclaimer

Legamoney calculators are educational tools. Results are estimates based on the figures you enter and do not constitute financial, tax or legal advice.

Last reviewed 2026-08-01