How Do I Calculate My Hourly Wage?

 

You must know your actual hourly wage to figure out if you are being paid fairly.

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To calculate your hourly wage, take the total amount you are paid (whether by the hour, as a salary, by piece rate, or on commission) in a pay period, such as one workweek. Divide that total amount by the total number of regular time (not overtime) hours you worked to earn that money. Be sure to count every hour you worked, including time spent working from home (if allowed by your employer) and any break time for which you should be paid, including breaks that lasted 20 minutes or less and breaks during which you had to work. The hourly rate that you come up with must be at least the minimum wage in Arizona.

For more information about your pay rights, see What Are My Rights to Pay for Work in Arizona?


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