⏱️ Work Hours Calculator

Enter your start time, end time, and any breaks to calculate your exact net work hours. Supports overnight shifts and multiple break periods.

Shift Times

Break Periods (unpaid)

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Net Hours Worked
0:00
Total Shift Length
0:00
Total Break Time
0:00
Hours (decimal)
0.00
Gross Pay
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SHIFT TIMELINE
09:00■ Break■ Work17:30

How Net Work Hours Are Calculated

Gross Shift = End Time − Start Time (+ 24h if overnight)
Net Hours = Gross Shift − Sum of all unpaid break durations
Gross Pay = Net Hours × Hourly Rate

Decimal Hours vs HH:MM

Payroll systems almost always use decimal hours. Divide minutes by 60: 7h 30m = 7.50, 8h 15m = 8.25, 6h 45m = 6.75. Use the decimal figure when filling out timesheets or calculating pay.

Overnight Shifts

If your shift crosses midnight (e.g., 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM), select "Yes — ends next day." The calculator adds 24 hours to the end time before computing the difference, giving an accurate 8-hour result instead of a negative number.

What counts as paid vs unpaid time? +
Under the FLSA: Short rest breaks (under 20 minutes) must be paid. Meal breaks (30+ minutes) where the employee is completely relieved of duties may be unpaid. On-call time may be compensable depending on how restrictive the on-call conditions are. Travel time to the first job site (not commuting) may be paid. Training, orientation, and mandatory meetings are generally paid time.
How do I track hours worked accurately? +
The most reliable methods: (1) Time clock systems that record punch-in/punch-out automatically; (2) Mobile apps like Toggl, Clockify, or Harvest; (3) Manual logs in spreadsheet or paper; (4) Project management tools that integrate time tracking. Federal law requires employers to keep accurate records of hours worked for at least 2 years for non-exempt employees.