Hourly to Salary Calculator – United Kingdom

Hourly to Salary Calculator
Annual Salary = Hourly Rate × 37.5 hours × 52 weeks

Convert your UK hourly rate to an annual salary. The standard British work week is 37.5 hours (7.5 hours per day, 5 days a week), giving 1,950 total hours per year. Enter your hourly rate to see your salary equivalent.

In the United Kingdom, hourly rates are common in retail, hospitality, healthcare, and contracting roles. The National Living Wage sets the legal minimum for workers aged 21 and over. Full-time UK employees are entitled to at least 28 days of paid holiday per year including bank holidays. When converting hourly to salary, note that 37.5 hours is the most common standard.

UK tax includes Income Tax and National Insurance contributions. This calculator shows gross figures only. Use the HMRC calculator for accurate net pay.

Example Hourly to Salary Conversions – United Kingdom

Hourly RateAnnual Salary
£10.00£19,500
£15.00£29,250
£20.00£39,000
£25.00£48,750
£30.00£58,500
£40.00£78,000

Frequently Asked Questions

Multiply your hourly rate by 1,950 (37.5 hours x 52 weeks). Example: £20/hour x 1,950 = £39,000/year.

The National Living Wage is the legal minimum hourly rate for workers aged 21+. Check gov.uk for the current rate as it is reviewed annually.

37.5 hours is the most common standard for full-time office roles. Some manual or shift-based roles may use 40 hours.

This calculation assumes 52 working weeks. UK workers receive at least 28 days paid holiday, which is included in the annual salary figure.