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Work Hours Calculator

Calculates total hours worked in a day or week from start time, end time, and breaks

When you started working

When you finished working

Total break time to subtract

Total Hours Worked

Enter start and end time to calculate

Total Minutes

Total working time in minutes

Decimal Hours

Hours in decimal format for timesheets

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert hours and minutes to decimal?

Divide the minutes by 60 and add to the hours. 7 hours 45 minutes = 7 + (45/60) = 7.75 decimal hours. Common conversions: 15 min = 0.25, 30 min = 0.50, 45 min = 0.75. Decimal format is needed for payroll calculations.

Are paid breaks included in work hours?

Short rest breaks (under 20 minutes) are generally considered paid work time. Meal breaks (30+ minutes) where the employee is completely relieved of duties are typically unpaid and deducted from work hours.

What is the standard work day in hours?

The standard full-time work day is 8 hours. With a typical 30-minute unpaid lunch, employees are on-site for 8.5 hours. Some companies use 7.5-hour days with a 1-hour lunch. Part-time thresholds vary but are generally under 30-35 hours per week.