Full Time Equivalent (FTE) Calculator

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Calculate Full Time Equivalent (FTE) ratio from employee hours worked. Enter part-time hours and standard full-time hours per week to compute FTE percentage and total annual FTE.

Formula

FTE = Part-Time Hours ÷ Full-Time Hours; FTE% = FTE × 100
  • FTE (Full Time Equivalent) = actual hours ÷ standard full-time hours
  • FTE < 1.0 means part-time; FTE ≥ 1.0 means full-time or more
  • Example: 20 hrs/wk ÷ 40 hrs/wk = 0.5 FTE (50% of full-time)
  • Used for payroll, benefits eligibility, and workforce planning

20 hours/week at 40-hour standard

Inputs
  • Part-Time Hours per Week: 20 hrs/wk
  • Standard Full-Time Hours: 40 hrs/wk

20 ÷ 40 = 0.50 FTE (50% full-time equivalent)

Frequently asked questions

What is FTE (Full Time Equivalent)?
FTE is the ratio of an employee's hours to standard full-time hours. 1.0 FTE = full-time; 0.5 FTE = half-time.
How is FTE used?
FTE determines benefits eligibility, payroll processing, headcount calculations, and workforce planning.