To calculate how much $40 an hour is per year, you need to know how many hours you work in a year. Here's a common approach assuming full-time work:

Calculation

• Hourly wage: $40/hour
• Hours per week: 40 hours (standard full-time)
• Weeks per year: 52 weeks

Step 1: Calculate weekly earnings

40 hours/week × $40/hour = $1,600 per week

Step 2: Calculate annual earnings

$1,600/week × 52 weeks/year = $83,200 per year

Summary:

$40 an hour is approximately $83,200 per year assuming a 40-hour workweek and 52 weeks worked per year (no unpaid time off). If you work different hours or take unpaid time off, the total will vary accordingly. Would you like me to calculate for a different schedule?