Working Hours in Percent Calculator – Convert Hours to FTE
Convert work hours to percentage and calculate FTE status
How to Use
- Enter the number of hours worked per week
- Enter full-time hours per week (default is 40)
- Click calculate to see percentage and FTE
- Review employment status (part-time, full-time, or overtime)
What is FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)?
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) is a metric that represents the number of full-time employees a company would have if all part-time and full-time employees were converted to full-time workers. An FTE of 1.0 represents one full-time employee working the standard number of hours.
FTE is commonly used in workforce planning, budgeting, and determining benefit eligibility. It helps organizations understand their total workforce capacity regardless of individual work schedules.
How to Calculate FTE
To calculate FTE, divide the total hours worked by an employee by the standard full-time hours. For example, if an employee works 20 hours per week and full-time is 40 hours, their FTE is 20 ÷ 40 = 0.5 FTE (or 50% of full-time).
| Hours Worked | Full-Time Hours | FTE | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 40 | 0.5 | Part-Time (50%) |
| 30 | 40 | 0.75 | Part-Time (75%) |
| 40 | 40 | 1.0 | Full-Time (100%) |
| 50 | 40 | 1.25 | Overtime (125%) |
Employment Classifications
Employment status is typically classified based on hours worked:
- Part-Time: Less than 100% of full-time hours (FTE < 1.0)
- Full-Time: Exactly 100% of standard hours (FTE = 1.0)
- Overtime: More than 100% of full-time hours (FTE > 1.0)
- Common part-time thresholds: 0.5 FTE (half-time), 0.75 FTE (three-quarter time)
Using FTE in Business
- Workforce Planning: Determine staffing needs and capacity
- Budgeting: Calculate labor costs across different employment types
- Benefits Eligibility: Many organizations offer benefits based on FTE thresholds
- Compliance: Some regulations apply based on FTE counts (e.g., ACA in US)
- Performance Metrics: Measure productivity per FTE
- Payroll Management: Standardize compensation calculations
- Resource Allocation: Compare workload distribution across teams
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is considered full-time employment?
- Full-time employment typically ranges from 35-40 hours per week, though this varies by country, industry, and employer. In the US, the standard is generally 40 hours per week, while in some European countries it may be 35-37.5 hours.
- How is FTE different from headcount?
- Headcount is simply the number of employees, regardless of hours worked. FTE converts all employees to full-time equivalents. For example, 4 half-time employees (0.5 FTE each) equals 2.0 FTE but represents 4 people in headcount.
- Do part-time employees qualify for benefits?
- Benefit eligibility varies by employer and jurisdiction. Many organizations offer benefits to employees working above certain FTE thresholds, commonly 0.5 (20 hours) or 0.75 (30 hours) FTE. Check with your employer or local regulations.
- Can FTE exceed 1.0 for a single person?
- Yes, if an employee works more than the standard full-time hours (overtime), their FTE will exceed 1.0. For example, working 50 hours when full-time is 40 hours results in 1.25 FTE.