In short

  • Convert both offers to the same gross annual basis before comparing them.
  • Use actual paid hours and paid weeks instead of assuming every schedule is identical.
  • Taxes, overtime rules and benefits require a separate local comparison.

Start with annual gross pay

To compare offers, convert both to an annual gross amount. Multiply an hourly rate by paid hours per week and paid weeks per year. An annual salary can be divided by the same annual hours to show an equivalent hourly rate.

Paid weeks matter

Using 52 weeks assumes every week is paid. If time off is unpaid or work is seasonal, enter the actual paid weeks. That adjustment can change the annual comparison more than a small difference in hourly rate.

Compensation is more than the rate

A fair comparison can also include paid leave, insurance, retirement contributions, bonuses, commute costs, schedule control and overtime rules. CalcQuick converts gross cash pay only, so add those items separately.

Do not confuse gross and net pay

Take-home pay depends on tax location, filing status, deductions and benefits. A gross converter cannot responsibly predict net pay without those local details.

Sources

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