Lunch Break Calculator

Calculate shift length, unpaid lunch deductions, and paid hours in seconds.

DayStart TimeEnd Time
Break
Lunch
Daily TotalAction
8.00h / 8:00
Total Paid Hours8.00h / 8:00$280.00

Total Break Time

1:00

Average Daily Paid Time

8:00

Weekly Total(s)

8:00

Overtime Summary

Hidden

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

  1. Enter shift start and shift end.
  2. Enter the lunch or unpaid break duration.
  3. Review total shift time, break time, and paid hours.
  4. Adjust break duration for 30, 45, or 60-minute scenarios.

Example Calculation

Lunch deduction examples

9:00 AM to 5:00 PM with 0:30 lunch

Shift = 8:00, break = 0:30, paid = 7:30 (7.5 hours).

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.

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