1. What is the Hourly to Monthly Salary Calculation?

The hourly to monthly salary calculation converts an hourly wage to an estimated monthly salary based on typical working hours in the Philippines. This is useful for comparing job offers or budgeting.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following formula:

Where:

• Hourly Rate — Pay per hour in Philippine Pesos (PHP)
• Hours per Week — Typical weekly working hours
• 4.333 — Average number of weeks in a month (52 weeks/year ÷ 12 months)

Explanation: The formula accounts for the average number of working weeks in a month to provide a standardized monthly salary estimate.

3. Importance of Salary Calculation

Details: Accurate salary conversion helps employees understand their total compensation and employers to structure competitive pay packages.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your hourly rate in PHP and typical weekly working hours. The calculator will estimate your gross monthly salary before deductions.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why multiply by 4.333?
A: There are approximately 4.333 weeks in a month on average (52 weeks/year ÷ 12 months = 4.333 weeks/month).

Q2: Is this gross or net salary?
A: This calculates gross monthly salary before tax, SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and other deductions.

Q3: Does this include overtime pay?
A: No, this is for regular hours only. Overtime would be calculated separately.

Q4: What's the standard work week in the Philippines?
A: Typically 40-48 hours per week, but this varies by company and industry.

Q5: How accurate is this calculation?
A: It provides a good estimate but actual pay may vary based on exact working days and company policies.