Salary calculator

Pay Raise Calculator

Calculate a pay raise percentage, new annual salary and monthly, biweekly and weekly gross-pay differences.

How to calculate a pay raise

Multiply the current salary by the raise percentage, then add the increase to the current salary. A 5% raise on $50,000 is $2,500, producing $52,500 before any additional bonus change.

Gross pay limitation

The result is gross pay. Taxes, benefits, retirement deductions and payroll schedules can change take-home pay.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a 5% raise on $50,000?

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$2,500 per year, before taxes and other deductions.

Does the calculator include tax?

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No. It calculates gross pay only.

Can I enter a pay cut?

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Yes. Enter a negative percentage down to -100%.

Why is biweekly pay divided by 26?

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A common biweekly schedule has 26 pay periods per year.