An Hourly Wage Calculator That Tracks Itself
Most hourly wage calculators are static — you type in your hours and rate, get a number, close the tab. Timely is different: it tracks the hours for you and updates your earnings in real time, every shift.
Live earnings, not just a number
- Set your hourly rate once. Clock in. Watch your gross pay tick up by the second.
- Overtime is calculated automatically — Timely flags 1.5x and 2x hours separately.
- Pre-tax and post-tax estimates so you see what's actually hitting your bank account.
- Tips (Elite) added to the running total so tipped workers see real earnings.
Pay period math, done for you
- Weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly pay periods supported
- Compare this period to last — see if you're on track
- Project end-of-period earnings based on shifts already scheduled
- Export everything for tax season or disputes
Plan your pay, not just track it
- Set an earnings goal — Timely shows hours needed to hit it.
- See effective hourly rate after taxes, tips, and overtime.
- Plan time off without losing track of what you'll actually earn.
- Compare two jobs side-by-side to see which pays more per hour worked.
Frequently asked questions
Is the hourly wage calculator free?
Yes. Setting a rate, clocking shifts, and seeing live earnings is free. Advanced analytics and tip tracking are part of the optional Elite plan.
Does it handle overtime?
Yes. Set your overtime threshold (typically 40 hours/week or 8 hours/day) and Timely splits regular and overtime pay automatically.
Can I calculate take-home pay?
Yes. Enter your tax rate or use the default state estimate, and Timely shows pre-tax vs after-tax earnings.
Can I compare two jobs?
Yes. Add multiple jobs with different rates and see earnings per job, plus an average effective rate across all of them.
Does it work for tipped employees?
Yes. Add tips per shift (Elite) and Timely includes them in your real hourly earnings, not just your base rate.