Hours Calculator
Calculate the hours between two times. Ideal for working time and time tracking. Online calculator considering leap years, weekdays and holidays.
Calculate the hours and minutes between two times.
Note: These calculations are for informational purposes only and do not replace professional tax or financial advice. All information without guarantee.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do I earn per hour (reverse calculation from monthly salary)?
Hourly rate = monthly salary ÷ weekly hours × 12 ÷ 52. Or: monthly salary × 12 ÷ annual hours. Example: 3,000 EUR/month ÷ 173 h (40h/week) = 17.34 EUR/h gross.
What is the minimum wage in 2026?
The statutory minimum wage is 13.90 EUR per hour gross from January 2026. It applies to almost all employees in Germany.
Are Sunday supplements tax-free?
Yes, supplements for Sunday, public holiday and night work are tax-free up to certain limits. Sunday supplement: 50 % tax-free. Public holiday supplement: 125 % tax-free. Night work (11 pm–6 am): 25 % tax-free.
How do I calculate my hourly rate as a freelancer?
Freelancer rate: (monthly fixed costs + profit target) ÷ productive hours per month. Productive hours ≈ 60–70 % of working time (rest for acquisition, accounting, holidays). Example: 4,000 EUR target ÷ 100 h = 40 EUR/h net.
What is the Hours Calculator?
The hours calculator computes hourly wage, monthly salary and annual income from hours worked and hourly rate. Useful for freelancers, mini-job workers and part-time employees.
How does the Hours Calculator work?
Enter your hourly rate and hours worked. The calculator computes gross earnings, shows the monthly average and optionally accounts for supplements (night, Sunday, public holiday work).
Key Data and Facts
Minimum wage 2026: 13.90 EUR/hour (gross). Mini-job limit: 556 EUR/month. Annual working hours Germany (full-time): approx. 1,700 h. Freelancers: hourly rate = monthly costs / available hours × markup factor.
Step-by-Step Guide
Step-by-step: 1. Set hourly rate (min. 13.90 EUR in 2026). 2. Enter hours per month. 3. Gross pay = hours × rate. 4. Overtime supplement: + 25–50 %. 5. Sunday supplement: + 50 % (tax-free). Night work: + 25 % (tax-free, 11 pm–6 am). Public holiday: + 125–150 % (tax-free). 6. Freelancer calculation: (fixed costs + profit) / productive hours = minimum hourly rate.
Calculation Example
Rate 15.00 EUR, 160 h/month: gross 2,400 EUR. With 8 h overtime (25 % premium): 8 × 15 × 1.25 = 150 EUR extra → total 2,550 EUR. Freelancer: costs 3,000 EUR/month, 120 productive h, factor 1.5: rate = 37.50 EUR.
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