Weekly Pay Calculator

How to Calculate Your Weekly Pay

Your weekly pay depends on how you're compensated. The calculation method differs based on whether you earn an hourly wage, a fixed salary, or have irregular earnings. This calculator handles all three scenarios so you can get an accurate estimate without manual math.

Hourly Workers

If you're paid by the hour, your weekly pay is your hourly rate multiplied by the number of hours you work in a week. For example, if you earn $25 per hour and work 40 hours, your gross weekly pay is $1,000. Overtime hours (typically over 40) are usually paid at 1.5 times your regular rate, which this calculator accounts for when you include overtime hours.

Salaried Employees

For salaried workers, weekly pay is your annual salary divided by 52 weeks. If you earn $52,000 per year, your weekly pay is $1,000 before deductions. Some months have five weeks, but the standard calculation uses 52 weeks per year for consistency.

Total Earnings Method

If you have irregular income or multiple income streams, you can enter your total earnings for a specific period and the number of weeks that period covers. The calculator divides total earnings by the number of weeks to give you an average weekly figure.

Understanding Your Results

The calculator shows your gross weekly pay — the amount before taxes, insurance, retirement contributions, and other deductions. Your actual take-home pay will be lower depending on your tax withholding and benefit elections.

For hourly workers, the result assumes you work the same number of hours every week. If your schedule varies, the actual amount in your paycheck will fluctuate. The calculator gives you a reliable estimate based on the hours you enter.

Overtime is calculated at 1.5x your regular hourly rate for hours worked beyond 40 per week. Some employers use different overtime rules, so check your company's policy if your actual pay differs from the estimate.

Common Questions About Weekly Pay Calculations

Does weekly pay include taxes?

No. The calculator shows gross pay before any deductions. Your employer withholds federal and state income taxes, Social Security, Medicare, and any voluntary deductions from this amount.

What if I work part-time?

Enter your actual weekly hours. The calculator works for any number of hours per week, whether that's 10, 20, 30, or any other amount. The result will reflect your part-time schedule accurately.

How do I account for unpaid time off?

Enter only the hours you actually work in a typical week. If you take unpaid leave, your pay for that week will be lower. For salaried workers, unpaid time off may reduce your weekly pay depending on your employer's policies.

Is overtime always 1.5x the regular rate?

Federal law requires overtime pay at 1.5x the regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek. Some states have additional requirements, and certain industries or job types may have different rules. Union contracts or employer policies may also specify different overtime rates.