How to convert salary to an hourly rate
Annual salary = hourly rate × hours per week × 52
A full-time UK job is usually 35 to 40 hours a week; 37.5 hours is the most common. Paid holiday is part of the salary, so the 52 weeks include it.
Salary to hourly at 37.5 hours a week
| Salary | Monthly | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| £25,000 | £2,083.33 | £12.82 |
| £30,000 | £2,500.00 | £15.38 |
| £40,000 | £3,333.33 | £20.51 |
| £50,000 | £4,166.67 | £25.64 |
Worked example
A salary of £30,000 for 37.5 hours a week is £576.92 a week and £15.38 an hour before tax, or £2,500 a month.
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Frequently asked questions
What is £30,000 a year per hour?
£15.38 an hour at 37.5 hours a week, before tax.
How many working hours are in a year?
1,950 hours at 37.5 hours a week over 52 weeks, including paid holiday.
Does the hourly rate include holiday pay?
Yes. A salary covers paid holiday, so dividing by all 52 weeks gives the true hourly rate.
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Last updated October 2026.