Biweekly vs semi-monthly
Biweekly means every other week — usually on the same weekday — for 26 paychecks a year (sometimes 27). Semi-monthly means twice a month on set dates such as the 15th and last day — 24 paychecks. Biweekly checks are slightly smaller, but you get two “extra” paychecks a year.
The 3-paycheck months
With biweekly pay, two months each year usually have three paydays. Many people budget using only two paychecks per month and send the third to savings or debt.
27-pay years: because 52 weeks is 364 days, every 11 years or so a biweekly schedule fits 27 paydays into one calendar year.
Biweekly Pay Calculator FAQs
How do I calculate biweekly pay from salary?
Divide your annual salary by 26. $58,000 ÷ 26 = $2,230.77 per paycheck before taxes.
How do I calculate it from an hourly wage?
Hourly rate × hours per week × 2. $22 × 40 × 2 = $1,760.
Is my information saved or sent anywhere?
No. Everything is calculated in your browser and nothing is sent to a server.