Lunch Break Calculator
Calculate shift length, unpaid lunch deductions, and paid hours in seconds.
Your timecard
Enter your hours. Totals update as you type.
Leave the rate blank to calculate hours only.
Overtime hours are calculated without estimated earnings.
Shift
Times: 8:00AM or 17:00. Breaks: H:MM or decimal hours, such as 0:30 or 0.5.
- Total Break Time
- 0:30
- Average Daily Paid Time
- 8:30
Who Should Use This Lunch Break Calculator
This lunch break calculator focuses on break deduction math so you can quickly separate total shift time from paid work time.
How to Use This Lunch Break Calculator
Enter shift start and shift end.
Enter the lunch or unpaid break duration.
Review total shift time, break time, and paid hours.
Adjust break duration for 30, 45, or 60-minute scenarios.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lunch Break Calculator
How do I calculate lunch break time?
Find total shift time first, then subtract lunch or unpaid break minutes to get paid hours.
Is a lunch break subtracted from work hours?
In many payroll systems, unpaid lunch is deducted. Paid breaks typically are not deducted.
How many hours is 9 to 5 with a 30-minute lunch?
The paid total is 7.5 hours, or 7:30.
Can I calculate paid and unpaid breaks?
Yes. Enter only unpaid time in the break fields to calculate paid hours.