Payroll / Hourly Rate Calculator

Use this payroll calculator to compute total pay from hours worked and hourly rate. Supports weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly projections — ideal for freelancers, employers, and timesheet workflows.

Pay Details

Earnings Summary

$1,000.00
Gross Pay (Weekly)
Hours × Rate40 × $25.00
Weekly Pay$1,000.00
Bi-Weekly Pay$2,000.00
Monthly Pay$4,333.33
Annual Pay$52,000.00

What is a payroll calculator?

A payroll calculator is a free tool that computes gross earnings by multiplying hours worked by your hourly rate. It provides instant weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, and annual pay projections — essential for freelancers invoicing clients, employees verifying paychecks, and employers estimating labor costs. Pair it with our timesheet calculator to go from daily hours to total pay in seconds.

The Payroll Formula

Gross Pay = Hours Worked × Hourly Rate

Annual Salary = Weekly Pay × 52

Example Calculation

40 hours/week at $25/hour = $1,000 weekly, $2,000 bi-weekly, $4,333 monthly, and $52,000 annually. Need to account for overtime? Use the overtime calculator to add premium-rate hours.

How to Use

Follow these simple steps

1

Enter Hours Worked

Enter total hours worked in the pay period.

2

Set Hourly Rate

Enter your hourly pay rate in dollars.

3

Select Pay Period

Choose weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly.

4

View Earnings

See your gross pay plus projected annual earnings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions

How do I calculate my pay from hours?
Multiply your total hours worked by your hourly rate. For example: 40 hours × $25/hour = $1,000 gross pay. Use our payroll calculator for instant results.
How do I find my hourly rate from salary?
Divide your annual salary by 2,080 (52 weeks × 40 hours). For example: $52,000 ÷ 2,080 = $25/hour.
What is gross pay vs net pay?
Gross pay is total earnings before deductions. Net pay (take-home pay) is what you receive after taxes, insurance, and other deductions are subtracted.
How do I calculate annual salary from hourly rate?
Multiply your hourly rate by hours per week, then by 52 weeks. For example: $25/hr × 40 hrs × 52 weeks = $52,000/year.
How do I calculate overtime pay?
Regular hours are paid at your standard rate. Hours beyond the overtime threshold (typically 40/week) are paid at 1.5× or 2× your rate. See our overtime calculator for details.
How much do I earn per month on an hourly wage?
Multiply weekly pay by 4.33 (average weeks/month). At $25/hr × 40 hrs = $1,000/week × 4.33 = $4,333/month gross.
How do I track hours for payroll?
Use our timesheet calculator to log daily start/end times and breaks. The weekly total feeds directly into payroll calculations.
Does this calculate taxes?
This calculator computes gross pay only. Tax deductions vary by location and filing status. Consult a tax professional or your employer’s payroll department for net pay estimates.