$16 Per Hour - US Salary After Tax
If you earn $16 per hour working 40 hours per week, your annual salary is $33,280. After tax, you'll take home approximately $2,398.25 per month.
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Your Take-Home Pay
$16 x 40hrs x 52 weeks
$16/Hour Salary Breakdown
| Description | Yearly | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Salary | $33,280 | $2,773.33 |
| Standard Deduction | $15,000 | $1,250.00 |
| Taxable Income | $18,280 | $1,523.33 |
| Federal Tax | -$1,955 | -$162.92 |
| Social Security | -$2,063 | -$171.95 |
| Medicare | -$483 | -$40.21 |
| Total Deductions | -$4,501 | -$375.09 |
| Take Home Pay | $28,779 | $2,398.25 |
* Based on 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, single filer in Texas (no state tax). Tax rates for 2025.
$16/Hour at Different Hours Per Week
See how your take-home pay changes based on hours worked
| Hours/Week | Annual Salary | Monthly Net |
|---|---|---|
| 20 hours | $16,640 | $1,266.92 |
| 30 hours | $24,960 | $1,837.88 |
| 35 hours | $29,120 | $2,119.70 |
| 40 hours (full-time) | $33,280 | $2,398.25 |
| 45 hours | $37,440 | $2,676.80 |
Understanding $16 Per Hour Salary
Earning $16 per hour in the US translates to an annual salary of $33,280 when working full-time (40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year). After federal income tax and FICA taxes (Social Security and Medicare) for the 2025 tax year, your take-home pay is approximately $28,779 per year or $2,398.25 per month.
Your effective tax rate at this income level is 13.5%, meaning you keep approximately $86 cents for every $1 earned. This example assumes single filing status in a state with no income tax (like Texas).
If you work part-time or different hours, use the calculator above to see your personalized take-home pay. You can also explore our salary calculator for more detailed breakdowns including state taxes, 401(k) contributions, and different filing statuses.