How do I calculate my time card hours?
For each day, subtract the clock-in time from the clock-out time, then subtract unpaid breaks. Convert the minutes to decimal (divide by 60), add up the days, and multiply by your hourly rate. This calculator does every step automatically, including overtime at 1.5× past 40 hours a week.
Does this time card calculator handle lunch breaks?
Yes — each day has a break column in minutes, subtracted from that day's total. It's pre-filled with 30 minutes; set it to 0 for days without an unpaid break.
What are decimal hours and why does payroll use them?
Decimal hours express minutes as fractions of an hour (7h 30m = 7.5), which makes pay math a simple multiplication. Payroll systems all work this way — the calculator shows both formats so you can check your pay stub against your time card.
How is overtime calculated?
Under US federal law (FLSA), non-exempt employees earn at least 1.5× their regular rate beyond 40 hours in a workweek. Tick the overtime box and the calculator splits regular and overtime pay automatically. Some states (like California) also have daily overtime — check your state rules.
Is this calculator really free and private?
Completely free, no sign-up. Everything computes in your browser — your times and rate are never sent to any server.