Feb 25, 2026 · 6 min read
Hourly to Salary: The Practical Conversion Guide
Convert hourly rates into monthly and annual income with less guesswork.
Use realistic weekly hours first
Most conversion mistakes start with inflated weekly hours. Use historical averages from the last three months.
Convert to monthly with 4.345, then annualize
This keeps your model consistent and helps compare offers, retainers, and productized services.
Track variance over time
Run best-case and conservative scenarios so your planning can survive demand swings.