$11.75 Hourly Rate Calculator
Earnings Breakdown ($11.75/hr)
| Pay Period | Gross Income |
| Daily (8-hour shift) | – |
| Weekly Total | – |
| Bi-Weekly (Every 2 weeks) | – |
| Monthly Average | – |
| Annual Salary | – |
How Much is $11.75 Per Hour?
Earning an hourly wage of $11.75 is common in entry-level retail, hospitality, and administrative support roles. Understanding exactly how this hourly rate translates into your monthly budget is essential for financial planning. This calculator helps you determine your gross income before taxes and deductions based on a standard 40-hour work week and any potential overtime.
Calculations Based on a Standard 40-Hour Week
If you work a full-time schedule (40 hours per week) at $11.75 per hour without overtime:
- Daily: $11.75 × 8 hours = $94.00
- Weekly: $11.75 × 40 hours = $470.00
- Bi-Weekly: $470.00 × 2 = $940.00
- Monthly: ($470.00 × 52 weeks) / 12 months = $2,036.67
- Annually: $470.00 × 52 weeks = $24,440.00
The Impact of Overtime
In many jurisdictions, hours worked over 40 in a single week are compensated at "time and a half." For a rate of $11.75, your overtime rate would be $17.625 per hour. Just five hours of overtime a week could increase your annual gross income by over $4,500.
Budgeting with an $11.75 Hourly Rate
When planning your expenses, remember that the figures above represent gross pay. Your "take-home pay" (net income) will be lower after Federal income tax, Social Security (FICA), Medicare, and any applicable state or local taxes are withheld. Typically, you might expect to see 15% to 20% of your gross pay deducted for these items.
Example Scenario: If you work 45 hours in one week at $11.75 per hour:
Regular Pay: 40 × $11.75 = $470.00
Overtime Pay: 5 × $17.625 = $88.13
Total Weekly Gross: $558.13