Hourly Value Worksheet

Hourly Value Worksheet

Use this worksheet to understand how much your time is worth. This can help you make smarter decisions about how you spend money—and time. Knowing your hourly value helps you see the real cost of purchases and the real benefit of focused work.

Step 1: What’s Your Income?

Monthly Income (after taxes): ____________

Weekly Income (if known): ____________

Step 2: How Many Hours Do You Work Each Week?

Total Hours Worked Weekly: ____________

Step 3: Calculate Your Hourly Value

Use this formula: Weekly Income ÷ Hours Worked = Hourly Value

My Hourly Value: $ ____________

Example: If you earn $400/week and work 20 hours/week, your hourly value is $20/hour.

Step 4: What Does That Cost You in Time?

Use your hourly value to understand how many hours it takes to pay for things.

  • Streaming Subscription ($15/month) = ____ hours
  • Fast Food Meal ($12) = ____ hours
  • Pair of Sneakers ($80) = ____ hours
  • Concert Ticket ($120) = ____ hours
  • New Phone ($999) = ____ hours

Think About It:

What would you rather do with that time?

Is the cost worth the hours you have to work to pay for it?

How does this change the way you look at money and time?