Track your work hours, breaks, and calculate your weekly pay with our free time card calculator. Enter clock in/out times, lunch breaks, and hourly rate to generate accurate payroll reports. Perfect for employees, freelancers, and small business owners.
For each day, enter your clock in time, lunch break start/end, and clock out time. The calculator automatically computes:
Example: 48 total hours, $20/hour
Regular Pay: 40 × $20 = $800
Overtime Pay: 8 × $20 × 1.5 = $240
Total Gross Pay: $1,040
| Schedule Type | Daily Hours | Days/Week | Weekly Hours | Overtime? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Full-Time | 8 | 5 | 40 | No |
| 9/80 Schedule | 9 (8 days), 8 (1 day) | 9/10 days | 80 per 2 weeks | No |
| Compressed 4-day | 10 | 4 | 40 | No |
| Part-Time | 4-6 | 5 | 20-30 | No |
| Overtime Week | 10 | 5 | 50 | 10 hours |
❓ What is a time card?
A time card (or timesheet) is a record of an employee's start and end times for work periods. Traditional time cards were physical cards stamped by time clocks; modern time cards are digital records used for payroll calculation.
❓ Do I need to track lunch breaks?
Yes! Under FLSA, meal breaks of 30 minutes or more that are completely free from work duties do not need to be paid. Always deduct unpaid lunch breaks to avoid overpaying employees or over-reporting hours.
❓ What is the 7-minute rounding rule?
Many employers round clock in/out times to the nearest quarter hour (15-minute increments). Our calculator uses exact minutes, but you can apply rounding manually based on your employer's policy.
❓ How accurate is this calculator for payroll?
This calculator provides accurate mathematical calculations based on your inputs. For official payroll, always verify with your employer's time tracking system and consult your state's labor laws, as overtime rules vary.
❓ What about daily overtime?
Some states (like California) require overtime pay for hours worked over 8 in a single day. This calculator uses weekly overtime (40-hour threshold). For daily overtime, consult your local labor laws.
❓ Can I save my time card?
You can print the results page or copy the summary. For persistent storage, consider using a spreadsheet or dedicated time tracking software.
💡 Pro Tip: Keep accurate time records for at least 2-3 years as required by FLSA. Our calculator helps you double-check your employer's payroll calculations and ensure you're paid correctly for all hours worked, including overtime.