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Vacation accrual calculator
Turn a yearly vacation allowance into hours earned each pay period.
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How it works
How it works
Hours per year = days off x hours per workday. Divide by the number of pay periods in the year to get the hours accrued each period.
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How many pay periods are there?
Weekly is 52, biweekly is 26, semi-monthly is 24 and monthly is 12.
Are employers required to give vacation?
Federal law does not require paid vacation, and state rules and employer policies vary. Check your policy and state rules.
Does accrual carry over?
That depends on your employer's policy and, in some states, state law.
Is anything saved?
No. The math runs in your browser and nothing you enter is sent to us.
Is this tax or financial advice?
No. It is a calculator for general information. Check the numbers against your own records, and ask an accountant before you act on them.
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