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$35 an hour salary converter


$35 an Hour Is How Much a Year?

If you earn $35 an hour, you’d be making $72,800 a year before taxes. This calculator will convert your hourly rate into yearly, monthly, and weekly amounts, giving you a better sense of your overall earnings.


*The information provided by this calculator is for illustrative purposes only. These figures assume full-time employment and do not include deductions like taxes.

FAQ

How much is $35 an hour weekly, monthly, and annually before taxes?

Before taxes, if you make $35 an hour and work a 40-hour week, your weekly earnings would be $1,400. Over the course of a month, that would come to about $6,067, assuming you work all 52 weeks in a year. Annually, this totals around $72,800 for a full-time schedule.

What is the annual take-home pay for someone earning $35 an hour after taxes?

Take-home pay depends on factors like tax bracket, state taxes, and deductions. On average, after federal taxes and common deductions, you could take home between $55,000 and $60,000 per year. The exact amount will vary based on your location and individual deductions.

How does the annual salary of $35 an hour compare to the average salary in the U.S.?

A salary of $72,800 (at $35 an hour) is above both the median salary in the U.S., which is about $59,384, and the average salary of $63,795​. This puts you in a higher income bracket compared to most U.S. workers, though the value of your salary can vary depending on the cost of living in your area.

How does $35 an hour compare to minimum wage?

At $35 an hour, you’re earning well above the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour. Many states have higher minimum wages, ranging from $8 to $15 an hour, but $35 an hour is significantly higher than these state-level minimums.

Your hard-earned cash deserves better banking.

When you bank with SoFi, you’ll get up to 3.30% APY1, pay no account fees2,
and earn up to $300 with direct deposit.


Open an account


SoFi Checking and Savings is offered through SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. The SoFi® Bank Debit Mastercard® is issued by SoFi Bank, N.A., pursuant to license by Mastercard International Incorporated and can be used everywhere Mastercard is accepted. Mastercard is a registered trademark, and the circles design is a trademark of Mastercard International Incorporated.

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Annual percentage yield (APY) is variable and subject to change at any time. Rates are current as of 12/23/25. There is no minimum balance requirement. Fees may reduce earnings. Additional rates and information can be found at http://www.sofi.com/legal/banking-rate-sheet.

SoFi Bank assesses Eligible Direct Deposit or Qualifying Deposits based on a rolling 31-calendar day period and may request additional information for verification of eligibility. A rolling 31-calendar day period means that each time you receive an Eligible Direct Deposit or $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits, a new 31-day period begins, during which you will earn the interest rates and APYs for account holders with Eligible Direct Deposit or Qualifying Deposits. If you receive another Eligible Direct Deposit or $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits during the current 31-day period, the period will reset, and a new 31-day period will begin from the date the criteria are met. You can view the end date of your current 31-day period, based on your most recent deposit activity, by visiting the APY details page within your account.

SoFi Bank reserves the right to grant a grace period to account holders following a change in Eligible Direct Deposit or Qualifying Deposit activity before adjusting interest rates and APYs. If SoFi Bank grants you a grace period, the dates for such grace period will be reflected on the APY Details page of your account. If SoFi Bank determines that you did not have Eligible Direct Deposit activity or $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits within a rolling 31-day period, or did not pay the SoFi Plus Subscription Fee every 30 days, and, if applicable, the grace period, then you will begin earning the interest rates and APYs earned by members without Eligible Direct Deposit, $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits or SoFi Plus Paid Subscription.

As long as you receive an Eligible Direct Deposit or $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits every 31 calendar days, or pay the SoFi Plus Subscription Fee every 30 calendar days, you will continue earning the interest rates and APYs earned by account holders with Eligible Direct Deposit, $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits or SoFi Plus Paid Subscription. See additional details at http://www.sofi.com/legal/banking-rate-sheet

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No Account Fees

We do not charge any account, service or maintenance fees for SoFi Checking and Savings. We do charge a transaction fee to process each outgoing wire transfer. SoFi does not charge a fee for incoming wire transfers, however the sending bank may charge a fee. Our fee policy is subject to change at any time. See the SoFi Bank Fee Sheet for details at sofi.com/legal/banking-fees/.

Who is eligible for a Direct Deposit Bonus?
New and existing SoFi members who have never set up direct deposit with SoFi are eligible for the Direct Deposit Bonus. Bonuses are limited to one bonus per SoFi member. In the case of a joint account, direct deposit activity will only be counted towards the primary account holder’s eligibility for the bonus (the primary account holder is the member who opened the joint account first).

How do I earn the Direct Deposit Bonus?
1. Set up your first Eligible Direct Deposit. SoFi must receive it on or before 12/31/26.
2. Once SoFi receives and recognizes your first Eligible Direct Deposit, we will add up the Total Eligible Direct Deposits received over the next 25 calendar days. This total will determine the bonus amount.

Total Eligible Direct Deposit Bonus Amount Timing
$1.00 - $999.99 $0 To determine your bonus amount, SoFi will add up all your Eligible Direct Deposits received within 25 calendar days of your first Eligible Direct Deposit.
$1,000.00 - $4,999.99 $50
$5,000.00 or more $300

3. You will receive the bonus amount in your SoFi Checking account within 7 business days of completing all requirements listed above. You are only eligible to receive one bonus amount. You must have an open SoFi Checking account in good standing at the time of the bonus payment.

What is an Eligible Direct Deposit?
Eligible: Recurring ACH deposit of regular income to your SoFi Checking or Savings account, including payroll, pension, or government benefit payments (e.g., Social Security), made by your employer, payroll or benefits provider or government agency (“Eligible Direct Deposit”)

Not Eligible Deposits that are not from an employer, payroll or benefits provider or government agency and deposits that are non-recurring in nature are not eligible. Examples of deposits that are not eligible include check deposits, peer-to-peer transfers (e.g., transfers from Zelle, PayPal, Venmo, Wise, etc.), merchant transactions (e.g., transactions from PayPal, Stripe, Square, etc.), bank ACH funds transfers, wire transfers from external accounts, and IRS tax refunds. SoFi Bank shall, in its sole discretion, assess your Eligible Direct Deposit activity to determine eligibility and may require additional documentation to complete this verification.

Although we do our best to recognize all Eligible Direct Deposits, a small number of employers, payroll providers, benefits providers, or government agencies do not designate payments as direct deposit. If you have satisfied the Eligible Direct Deposit requirements but have not received a cash bonus in your Checking account, please contact us at 855-456-7634 with the details of your initial Eligible Direct Deposit. After SoFi validates the details of your Eligible Direct Deposit, your Direct Deposit Bonus will be based on the date we received your initial Eligible Direct Deposit.

What else is important to know?
•This promotion is available between 12/7/2023 at 12:01AM ET and 12/31/2026 at 11:59PM ET. SoFi reserves the right to modify or end the promotion at any time without notice. The terms of this promotion take precedence over the terms of any prior Direct Deposit promotion.
•SoFi reserves the right to exclude any members from participating in this promotion for any reason, such as suspected fraud, misuse, or suspicious activity.
•SoFi members with Eligible Direct Deposit activity can earn 3.30% annual percentage yield (APY) on savings balances. Interest rates are variable and subject to change at any time. These rates are current as of 12/23/25. There is no minimum balance requirement. Fees may reduce earnings. Additional rates and information can be found at http://www.sofi.com/legal/banking-rate-sheet.
•Bonuses are considered miscellaneous income, and may be reportable to the IRS on Form 1099-MISC (or Form 1042-S, if applicable). SoFi is required to do this reporting in compliance with the applicable federal and state reporting requirements. Recipient is responsible for any applicable federal, state or local taxes associated with receiving the bonus offer; consult with your tax advisor to determine applicable tax consequences.
•This promotion is offered by SoFi Bank, N.A, Member FDIC (“SoFi”)

Financial Tips & Strategies: The tips provided on this website are of a general nature and do not take into account your specific objectives, financial situation, and needs. You should always consider their appropriateness given your own circumstances.

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$50000 salary converter


$50,000 a Year Is How Much an Hour?

If you’re earning $50,000 annually, you’d be making $24.04 an hour. Use this calculator to quickly convert your yearly salary into hourly, weekly, and monthly earnings, giving you a clearer idea of your pay.


*The information provided by this calculator is for illustrative purposes only. These figures assume full-time employment and do not include deductions like taxes.

FAQ

How much is a $50,000 annual salary per hour, week, and month before taxes?

Before taxes, if you make $50,000 a year and work a standard 40-hour week, your hourly wage would be approximately $24.04. Each week, you’d earn around $962, and monthly, that adds up to about $4,167. These calculations assume you’re working 52 weeks a year with no unpaid time off.

Is a $50,000 annual salary above or below the average salary in the U.S.?

A $50,000 salary is below the U.S. average salary of $63,795 but not too far off the median salary of $59,384​. It places you in the middle range of U.S. workers, though your salary’s value will depend on where you live and your industry.

What is the annual take-home pay for someone earning $50,000 a year after taxes?

Your take-home pay depends on your tax bracket, state taxes, and deductions. On average, after federal taxes and common deductions, you might take home between $37,000 and $42,000 per year. The exact amount will vary based on your financial situation and where you live.

Your hard-earned cash deserves better banking.

When you bank with SoFi, you’ll get up to 3.30% APY1, pay no account fees2,
and earn up to $300 with direct deposit.


Open an account


SoFi Checking and Savings is offered through SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. The SoFi® Bank Debit Mastercard® is issued by SoFi Bank, N.A., pursuant to license by Mastercard International Incorporated and can be used everywhere Mastercard is accepted. Mastercard is a registered trademark, and the circles design is a trademark of Mastercard International Incorporated.

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Annual percentage yield (APY) is variable and subject to change at any time. Rates are current as of 12/23/25. There is no minimum balance requirement. Fees may reduce earnings. Additional rates and information can be found at http://www.sofi.com/legal/banking-rate-sheet.

SoFi Bank assesses Eligible Direct Deposit or Qualifying Deposits based on a rolling 31-calendar day period and may request additional information for verification of eligibility. A rolling 31-calendar day period means that each time you receive an Eligible Direct Deposit or $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits, a new 31-day period begins, during which you will earn the interest rates and APYs for account holders with Eligible Direct Deposit or Qualifying Deposits. If you receive another Eligible Direct Deposit or $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits during the current 31-day period, the period will reset, and a new 31-day period will begin from the date the criteria are met. You can view the end date of your current 31-day period, based on your most recent deposit activity, by visiting the APY details page within your account.

SoFi Bank reserves the right to grant a grace period to account holders following a change in Eligible Direct Deposit or Qualifying Deposit activity before adjusting interest rates and APYs. If SoFi Bank grants you a grace period, the dates for such grace period will be reflected on the APY Details page of your account. If SoFi Bank determines that you did not have Eligible Direct Deposit activity or $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits within a rolling 31-day period, or did not pay the SoFi Plus Subscription Fee every 30 days, and, if applicable, the grace period, then you will begin earning the interest rates and APYs earned by members without Eligible Direct Deposit, $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits or SoFi Plus Paid Subscription.

As long as you receive an Eligible Direct Deposit or $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits every 31 calendar days, or pay the SoFi Plus Subscription Fee every 30 calendar days, you will continue earning the interest rates and APYs earned by account holders with Eligible Direct Deposit, $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits or SoFi Plus Paid Subscription. See additional details at http://www.sofi.com/legal/banking-rate-sheet

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No Account Fees

We do not charge any account, service or maintenance fees for SoFi Checking and Savings. We do charge a transaction fee to process each outgoing wire transfer. SoFi does not charge a fee for incoming wire transfers, however the sending bank may charge a fee. Our fee policy is subject to change at any time. See the SoFi Bank Fee Sheet for details at sofi.com/legal/banking-fees/.

Who is eligible for a Direct Deposit Bonus?
New and existing SoFi members who have never set up direct deposit with SoFi are eligible for the Direct Deposit Bonus. Bonuses are limited to one bonus per SoFi member. In the case of a joint account, direct deposit activity will only be counted towards the primary account holder’s eligibility for the bonus (the primary account holder is the member who opened the joint account first).

How do I earn the Direct Deposit Bonus?
1. Set up your first Eligible Direct Deposit. SoFi must receive it on or before 12/31/26.
2. Once SoFi receives and recognizes your first Eligible Direct Deposit, we will add up the Total Eligible Direct Deposits received over the next 25 calendar days. This total will determine the bonus amount.

Total Eligible Direct Deposit Bonus Amount Timing
$1.00 - $999.99 $0 To determine your bonus amount, SoFi will add up all your Eligible Direct Deposits received within 25 calendar days of your first Eligible Direct Deposit.
$1,000.00 - $4,999.99 $50
$5,000.00 or more $300

3. You will receive the bonus amount in your SoFi Checking account within 7 business days of completing all requirements listed above. You are only eligible to receive one bonus amount. You must have an open SoFi Checking account in good standing at the time of the bonus payment.

What is an Eligible Direct Deposit?
Eligible: Recurring ACH deposit of regular income to your SoFi Checking or Savings account, including payroll, pension, or government benefit payments (e.g., Social Security), made by your employer, payroll or benefits provider or government agency (“Eligible Direct Deposit”)

Not Eligible Deposits that are not from an employer, payroll or benefits provider or government agency and deposits that are non-recurring in nature are not eligible. Examples of deposits that are not eligible include check deposits, peer-to-peer transfers (e.g., transfers from Zelle, PayPal, Venmo, Wise, etc.), merchant transactions (e.g., transactions from PayPal, Stripe, Square, etc.), bank ACH funds transfers, wire transfers from external accounts, and IRS tax refunds. SoFi Bank shall, in its sole discretion, assess your Eligible Direct Deposit activity to determine eligibility and may require additional documentation to complete this verification.

Although we do our best to recognize all Eligible Direct Deposits, a small number of employers, payroll providers, benefits providers, or government agencies do not designate payments as direct deposit. If you have satisfied the Eligible Direct Deposit requirements but have not received a cash bonus in your Checking account, please contact us at 855-456-7634 with the details of your initial Eligible Direct Deposit. After SoFi validates the details of your Eligible Direct Deposit, your Direct Deposit Bonus will be based on the date we received your initial Eligible Direct Deposit.

What else is important to know?
•This promotion is available between 12/7/2023 at 12:01AM ET and 12/31/2026 at 11:59PM ET. SoFi reserves the right to modify or end the promotion at any time without notice. The terms of this promotion take precedence over the terms of any prior Direct Deposit promotion.
•SoFi reserves the right to exclude any members from participating in this promotion for any reason, such as suspected fraud, misuse, or suspicious activity.
•SoFi members with Eligible Direct Deposit activity can earn 3.30% annual percentage yield (APY) on savings balances. Interest rates are variable and subject to change at any time. These rates are current as of 12/23/25. There is no minimum balance requirement. Fees may reduce earnings. Additional rates and information can be found at http://www.sofi.com/legal/banking-rate-sheet.
•Bonuses are considered miscellaneous income, and may be reportable to the IRS on Form 1099-MISC (or Form 1042-S, if applicable). SoFi is required to do this reporting in compliance with the applicable federal and state reporting requirements. Recipient is responsible for any applicable federal, state or local taxes associated with receiving the bonus offer; consult with your tax advisor to determine applicable tax consequences.
•This promotion is offered by SoFi Bank, N.A, Member FDIC (“SoFi”)

Financial Tips & Strategies: The tips provided on this website are of a general nature and do not take into account your specific objectives, financial situation, and needs. You should always consider their appropriateness given your own circumstances.

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$18 an hour salary converter


$18 an Hour Is How Much a Year?

If you’re making $18 an hour, over the course of a year, you’d be making $37,440 before taxes. This calculator makes it easy to convert your hourly rate into yearly, monthly, and weekly earnings, helping you better understand your pay.


*The information provided by this calculator is for illustrative purposes only. These figures assume full-time employment and do not include deductions like taxes.

FAQ

How much is $18 an hour weekly, monthly, and annually before taxes?

Before taxes, if you make $18 an hour and work a 40-hour week, your weekly pay would be $720. Over a month, that adds up to around $3,120, assuming you work 52 weeks a year with no unpaid time off. Annually, this totals to about $37,440 for a full-time schedule.

What is the annual take-home pay for someone earning $18 an hour after taxes?

Your take-home pay depends on your tax bracket, state taxes, and deductions. On average, after federal taxes and other common deductions, you might take home between $28,000 and $32,000 per year. The exact amount will vary based on your location and financial situation.

How does the yearly salary from $18 an hour compare to the average salary in the U.S.?

A salary of $37,440 (at $18 an hour) is below the national average salary of $63,795 and the median salary of $59,384​. This puts you in the lower income range, though your salary’s value will vary based on where you live and the industry you work in.

How does $18 an hour compare to minimum wage?

The federal minimum wage in the U.S. is $7.25 an hour, though many states have higher minimums. Earning $18 an hour is more than double the federal minimum wage, and in most cases, above state minimum wages, which typically range from $8 to $15 an hour.

Your hard-earned cash deserves better banking.

When you bank with SoFi, you’ll get up to 3.30% APY1, pay no account fees2,
and earn up to $300 with direct deposit.


Open an account


SoFi Checking and Savings is offered through SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. The SoFi® Bank Debit Mastercard® is issued by SoFi Bank, N.A., pursuant to license by Mastercard International Incorporated and can be used everywhere Mastercard is accepted. Mastercard is a registered trademark, and the circles design is a trademark of Mastercard International Incorporated.

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Annual percentage yield (APY) is variable and subject to change at any time. Rates are current as of 12/23/25. There is no minimum balance requirement. Fees may reduce earnings. Additional rates and information can be found at http://www.sofi.com/legal/banking-rate-sheet.

SoFi Bank assesses Eligible Direct Deposit or Qualifying Deposits based on a rolling 31-calendar day period and may request additional information for verification of eligibility. A rolling 31-calendar day period means that each time you receive an Eligible Direct Deposit or $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits, a new 31-day period begins, during which you will earn the interest rates and APYs for account holders with Eligible Direct Deposit or Qualifying Deposits. If you receive another Eligible Direct Deposit or $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits during the current 31-day period, the period will reset, and a new 31-day period will begin from the date the criteria are met. You can view the end date of your current 31-day period, based on your most recent deposit activity, by visiting the APY details page within your account.

SoFi Bank reserves the right to grant a grace period to account holders following a change in Eligible Direct Deposit or Qualifying Deposit activity before adjusting interest rates and APYs. If SoFi Bank grants you a grace period, the dates for such grace period will be reflected on the APY Details page of your account. If SoFi Bank determines that you did not have Eligible Direct Deposit activity or $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits within a rolling 31-day period, or did not pay the SoFi Plus Subscription Fee every 30 days, and, if applicable, the grace period, then you will begin earning the interest rates and APYs earned by members without Eligible Direct Deposit, $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits or SoFi Plus Paid Subscription.

As long as you receive an Eligible Direct Deposit or $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits every 31 calendar days, or pay the SoFi Plus Subscription Fee every 30 calendar days, you will continue earning the interest rates and APYs earned by account holders with Eligible Direct Deposit, $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits or SoFi Plus Paid Subscription. See additional details at http://www.sofi.com/legal/banking-rate-sheet

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No Account Fees

We do not charge any account, service or maintenance fees for SoFi Checking and Savings. We do charge a transaction fee to process each outgoing wire transfer. SoFi does not charge a fee for incoming wire transfers, however the sending bank may charge a fee. Our fee policy is subject to change at any time. See the SoFi Bank Fee Sheet for details at sofi.com/legal/banking-fees/.

Who is eligible for a Direct Deposit Bonus?
New and existing SoFi members who have never set up direct deposit with SoFi are eligible for the Direct Deposit Bonus. Bonuses are limited to one bonus per SoFi member. In the case of a joint account, direct deposit activity will only be counted towards the primary account holder’s eligibility for the bonus (the primary account holder is the member who opened the joint account first).

How do I earn the Direct Deposit Bonus?
1. Set up your first Eligible Direct Deposit. SoFi must receive it on or before 12/31/26.
2. Once SoFi receives and recognizes your first Eligible Direct Deposit, we will add up the Total Eligible Direct Deposits received over the next 25 calendar days. This total will determine the bonus amount.

Total Eligible Direct Deposit Bonus Amount Timing
$1.00 - $999.99 $0 To determine your bonus amount, SoFi will add up all your Eligible Direct Deposits received within 25 calendar days of your first Eligible Direct Deposit.
$1,000.00 - $4,999.99 $50
$5,000.00 or more $300

3. You will receive the bonus amount in your SoFi Checking account within 7 business days of completing all requirements listed above. You are only eligible to receive one bonus amount. You must have an open SoFi Checking account in good standing at the time of the bonus payment.

What is an Eligible Direct Deposit?
Eligible: Recurring ACH deposit of regular income to your SoFi Checking or Savings account, including payroll, pension, or government benefit payments (e.g., Social Security), made by your employer, payroll or benefits provider or government agency (“Eligible Direct Deposit”)

Not Eligible Deposits that are not from an employer, payroll or benefits provider or government agency and deposits that are non-recurring in nature are not eligible. Examples of deposits that are not eligible include check deposits, peer-to-peer transfers (e.g., transfers from Zelle, PayPal, Venmo, Wise, etc.), merchant transactions (e.g., transactions from PayPal, Stripe, Square, etc.), bank ACH funds transfers, wire transfers from external accounts, and IRS tax refunds. SoFi Bank shall, in its sole discretion, assess your Eligible Direct Deposit activity to determine eligibility and may require additional documentation to complete this verification.

Although we do our best to recognize all Eligible Direct Deposits, a small number of employers, payroll providers, benefits providers, or government agencies do not designate payments as direct deposit. If you have satisfied the Eligible Direct Deposit requirements but have not received a cash bonus in your Checking account, please contact us at 855-456-7634 with the details of your initial Eligible Direct Deposit. After SoFi validates the details of your Eligible Direct Deposit, your Direct Deposit Bonus will be based on the date we received your initial Eligible Direct Deposit.

What else is important to know?
•This promotion is available between 12/7/2023 at 12:01AM ET and 12/31/2026 at 11:59PM ET. SoFi reserves the right to modify or end the promotion at any time without notice. The terms of this promotion take precedence over the terms of any prior Direct Deposit promotion.
•SoFi reserves the right to exclude any members from participating in this promotion for any reason, such as suspected fraud, misuse, or suspicious activity.
•SoFi members with Eligible Direct Deposit activity can earn 3.30% annual percentage yield (APY) on savings balances. Interest rates are variable and subject to change at any time. These rates are current as of 12/23/25. There is no minimum balance requirement. Fees may reduce earnings. Additional rates and information can be found at http://www.sofi.com/legal/banking-rate-sheet.
•Bonuses are considered miscellaneous income, and may be reportable to the IRS on Form 1099-MISC (or Form 1042-S, if applicable). SoFi is required to do this reporting in compliance with the applicable federal and state reporting requirements. Recipient is responsible for any applicable federal, state or local taxes associated with receiving the bonus offer; consult with your tax advisor to determine applicable tax consequences.
•This promotion is offered by SoFi Bank, N.A, Member FDIC (“SoFi”)

Financial Tips & Strategies: The tips provided on this website are of a general nature and do not take into account your specific objectives, financial situation, and needs. You should always consider their appropriateness given your own circumstances.

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$30 an hour salary converter


$30 an Hour Is How Much a Year?

If you earn $30 an hour, your yearly salary would be $62,400 before taxes. This calculator helps you quickly convert $30 per hour into yearly, monthly, and weekly amounts, giving you a better sense of your overall earnings.


*The information provided by this calculator is for illustrative purposes only. These figures assume full-time employment and do not include deductions like taxes.

FAQ

How much is $30 an hour weekly, monthly, and annually before taxes?

Before taxes, if you make $30 an hour and work 40 hours a week, your weekly pay would be $1,200. Over a month, that adds up to $5,200, assuming you work all 52 weeks without unpaid time off. Annually, this totals about $62,400 for a full-time schedule.

What is the annual take-home pay for someone earning $30 an hour after taxes?

Your take-home pay will depend on your tax bracket, state taxes, and deductions. On average, after federal taxes and typical deductions, you might take home between $47,000 and $52,000 per year. This estimate can vary based on your financial situation and location.

How does a yearly salary of $30 an hour compare to the average salary in the U.S.?

A salary of $62,400 (at $30 an hour) is close to the national average salary of $63,795 and a bit above the median salary of $59,384​. This puts you near the middle of U.S. earners, though the value of your salary can depend on where you live and the industry you work in.

How does $30 an hour compare to minimum wage?

At $30 an hour, you are well above the federal minimum wage of $7.25 an hour. In most states, where the minimum wage ranges from $8 to $15 an hour, $30 an hour is more than double or even triple the minimum wage, depending on the state.

Your hard-earned cash deserves better banking.

When you bank with SoFi, you’ll get up to 3.30% APY1, pay no account fees2,
and earn up to $300 with direct deposit.


Open an account


SoFi Checking and Savings is offered through SoFi Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. The SoFi® Bank Debit Mastercard® is issued by SoFi Bank, N.A., pursuant to license by Mastercard International Incorporated and can be used everywhere Mastercard is accepted. Mastercard is a registered trademark, and the circles design is a trademark of Mastercard International Incorporated.

1

Annual percentage yield (APY) is variable and subject to change at any time. Rates are current as of 12/23/25. There is no minimum balance requirement. Fees may reduce earnings. Additional rates and information can be found at http://www.sofi.com/legal/banking-rate-sheet.

SoFi Bank assesses Eligible Direct Deposit or Qualifying Deposits based on a rolling 31-calendar day period and may request additional information for verification of eligibility. A rolling 31-calendar day period means that each time you receive an Eligible Direct Deposit or $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits, a new 31-day period begins, during which you will earn the interest rates and APYs for account holders with Eligible Direct Deposit or Qualifying Deposits. If you receive another Eligible Direct Deposit or $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits during the current 31-day period, the period will reset, and a new 31-day period will begin from the date the criteria are met. You can view the end date of your current 31-day period, based on your most recent deposit activity, by visiting the APY details page within your account.

SoFi Bank reserves the right to grant a grace period to account holders following a change in Eligible Direct Deposit or Qualifying Deposit activity before adjusting interest rates and APYs. If SoFi Bank grants you a grace period, the dates for such grace period will be reflected on the APY Details page of your account. If SoFi Bank determines that you did not have Eligible Direct Deposit activity or $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits within a rolling 31-day period, or did not pay the SoFi Plus Subscription Fee every 30 days, and, if applicable, the grace period, then you will begin earning the interest rates and APYs earned by members without Eligible Direct Deposit, $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits or SoFi Plus Paid Subscription.

As long as you receive an Eligible Direct Deposit or $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits every 31 calendar days, or pay the SoFi Plus Subscription Fee every 30 calendar days, you will continue earning the interest rates and APYs earned by account holders with Eligible Direct Deposit, $5,000 in Qualifying Deposits or SoFi Plus Paid Subscription. See additional details at http://www.sofi.com/legal/banking-rate-sheet

2

No Account Fees

We do not charge any account, service or maintenance fees for SoFi Checking and Savings. We do charge a transaction fee to process each outgoing wire transfer. SoFi does not charge a fee for incoming wire transfers, however the sending bank may charge a fee. Our fee policy is subject to change at any time. See the SoFi Bank Fee Sheet for details at sofi.com/legal/banking-fees/.

Who is eligible for a Direct Deposit Bonus?
New and existing SoFi members who have never set up direct deposit with SoFi are eligible for the Direct Deposit Bonus. Bonuses are limited to one bonus per SoFi member. In the case of a joint account, direct deposit activity will only be counted towards the primary account holder’s eligibility for the bonus (the primary account holder is the member who opened the joint account first).

How do I earn the Direct Deposit Bonus?
1. Set up your first Eligible Direct Deposit. SoFi must receive it on or before 12/31/26.
2. Once SoFi receives and recognizes your first Eligible Direct Deposit, we will add up the Total Eligible Direct Deposits received over the next 25 calendar days. This total will determine the bonus amount.

Total Eligible Direct Deposit Bonus Amount Timing
$1.00 - $999.99 $0 To determine your bonus amount, SoFi will add up all your Eligible Direct Deposits received within 25 calendar days of your first Eligible Direct Deposit.
$1,000.00 - $4,999.99 $50
$5,000.00 or more $300

3. You will receive the bonus amount in your SoFi Checking account within 7 business days of completing all requirements listed above. You are only eligible to receive one bonus amount. You must have an open SoFi Checking account in good standing at the time of the bonus payment.

What is an Eligible Direct Deposit?
Eligible: Recurring ACH deposit of regular income to your SoFi Checking or Savings account, including payroll, pension, or government benefit payments (e.g., Social Security), made by your employer, payroll or benefits provider or government agency (“Eligible Direct Deposit”)

Not Eligible Deposits that are not from an employer, payroll or benefits provider or government agency and deposits that are non-recurring in nature are not eligible. Examples of deposits that are not eligible include check deposits, peer-to-peer transfers (e.g., transfers from Zelle, PayPal, Venmo, Wise, etc.), merchant transactions (e.g., transactions from PayPal, Stripe, Square, etc.), bank ACH funds transfers, wire transfers from external accounts, and IRS tax refunds. SoFi Bank shall, in its sole discretion, assess your Eligible Direct Deposit activity to determine eligibility and may require additional documentation to complete this verification.

Although we do our best to recognize all Eligible Direct Deposits, a small number of employers, payroll providers, benefits providers, or government agencies do not designate payments as direct deposit. If you have satisfied the Eligible Direct Deposit requirements but have not received a cash bonus in your Checking account, please contact us at 855-456-7634 with the details of your initial Eligible Direct Deposit. After SoFi validates the details of your Eligible Direct Deposit, your Direct Deposit Bonus will be based on the date we received your initial Eligible Direct Deposit.

What else is important to know?
•This promotion is available between 12/7/2023 at 12:01AM ET and 12/31/2026 at 11:59PM ET. SoFi reserves the right to modify or end the promotion at any time without notice. The terms of this promotion take precedence over the terms of any prior Direct Deposit promotion.
•SoFi reserves the right to exclude any members from participating in this promotion for any reason, such as suspected fraud, misuse, or suspicious activity.
•SoFi members with Eligible Direct Deposit activity can earn 3.30% annual percentage yield (APY) on savings balances. Interest rates are variable and subject to change at any time. These rates are current as of 12/23/25. There is no minimum balance requirement. Fees may reduce earnings. Additional rates and information can be found at http://www.sofi.com/legal/banking-rate-sheet.
•Bonuses are considered miscellaneous income, and may be reportable to the IRS on Form 1099-MISC (or Form 1042-S, if applicable). SoFi is required to do this reporting in compliance with the applicable federal and state reporting requirements. Recipient is responsible for any applicable federal, state or local taxes associated with receiving the bonus offer; consult with your tax advisor to determine applicable tax consequences.
•This promotion is offered by SoFi Bank, N.A, Member FDIC (“SoFi”)

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