Day Rate to Salary Calculator
Contractors and some other workers are paid a set amount for each day. This turns that day rate into a yearly figure, so you can compare it with a salary.
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How it works
Multiply the day rate by the days worked each week, then by the weeks worked in the year. Divide by 12 for a monthly figure, and by the hours in a day for an hourly one.
Weeks worked should leave out holidays and time you do not charge for. Adjust the number to match how much you actually work.
Worked example
At $400.00 a day, for 5 days a week and 46 weeks a year, the yearly figure is $92,000.00, or $7,666.67 a month.
Questions
Should I use working weeks or 52?
Use the weeks you actually bill, since holidays and time off are not paid. Using 52 gives a higher figure that assumes no break at all.
Does this include tax or your own costs?
No. Taxes, insurance and your own equipment are not included, so the figure can look higher than what you keep.
Why compare with a salary?
It helps you judge whether a day rate matches a salary offer. The figures are before tax and benefits.
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