Hourly Rate Calculator
Free hourly rate calculator.
Exclude breaks for a true hourly rate.
Used to calculate BB/hour.
Enter session details to see your hourly results.
Disclaimer: This calculator is provided for educational and informational purposes only. Results are estimates based on the numbers you enter and are not financial, tax, or legal advice. We are not responsible for any financial losses or decisions made while using this tool. Past records and statistical estimates do not predict future results. Only spend what you can afford, and if gambling is causing harm, support is available.
How to Use the Hourly Calculator
How to Use the Hourly Calculator
Enter bankroll start/end, session times, and blinds to calculate your hourly rate.
- Enter your starting and ending bankroll
- Add session start and end time
- Include break time if applicable
- Add the big blind for BB/hour
- Review hourly rate and projections
Why Track Hourly Rate?
Measure consistency
Compare sessions across levels and formats.
Spot costly habits
Identify when breaks or game selection hurt results.
Set goals
Use projections to set weekly and monthly targets.
Set limits
See if moving up is justified by your BB/hour.
How Many Hours Before Your Hourly Rate Is Real?
Card game results swing a lot in the short term, so a single session — or even a whole month — tells you very little on its own. Your calculated hourly figure only becomes meaningful once you have recorded enough sessions to smooth out the swings.
500–1,000 hours (live cash)
A common rule of thumb for live cash games. Below this, a couple of big pots can flip your rate from winning to losing. Treat anything under 500 hours as a rough estimate, not a verdict.
50,000–100,000 hands (online)
Online play accumulates hands faster, but you still need tens of thousands of hands before your BB/100 stabilizes. Multi-tabling gets you there quicker without shortening the required sample.
Log everything, then wait
The only way to reach a reliable average is to record every session — wins and losses — and resist judging your rate too early. Track first; conclude later.
This is educational information about sample size and variance, not a promise of results. Outcomes are uncertain, and tracking is about awareness, not guaranteeing a profit.
Guidelines for Accurate Tracking
Log every session
Consistency makes your hourly rate meaningful.
Include breaks
Track total time at the table for true results.
Keep level notes
Record games and blind levels for context.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I calculate the hourly result of a session?
Divide your total profit or loss by the number of hours played (excluding breaks). For example, if you won $240 in a 6-hour session with 30 minutes of breaks, your hourly rate is $240 / 5.5 hours = $43.64/hour. Our calculator handles this math automatically, including BB/hour conversion.
What does my hourly figure actually tell me?
Your hourly figure is simply your net result divided by the time you spent. It varies a lot with the level, the format, and the length of your sessions, and it can be negative just as easily as positive. There is no typical or expected number — use it to understand where your money and time actually go, and to check that your spending stays within the limits you set.
How many hours do I need to track for an accurate hourly rate?
Session results swing widely, so a handful of sessions says very little. The more sessions and hours you record, the more your hourly figure reflects your real pattern rather than a few unusually large results. Short samples can be heavily skewed by one or two sessions.
Does rake affect my hourly rate?
Yes, rake has a significant impact on your effective hourly rate. In live games, the rake is typically $3-$7 per hand, which can add up to $30-$70 per hour. Many players overlook rake when evaluating their results. Always factor in rake and any promotions or rewards that offset it.
Should I include break time when calculating hourly rate?
It depends on what you want to measure. Excluding breaks shows your result per hour of active play, which is useful for comparing sessions. Including breaks shows the result for the total time spent at the venue, which gives a more honest picture of the time a session really takes.
Does my hourly figure differ by level?
Yes. It depends on the level, format, and location, and there is no typical or expected number — results vary widely and are often negative. Higher levels mean larger amounts move in each session, so swings in both directions are bigger and your hourly figure takes longer to settle. Faster formats pack more activity into each hour, which also changes how the number behaves. Use your figure to understand your own records over a large sample and to keep spending within your limits, not as a target.
Ready to run a disciplined bankroll system without sacrificing privacy?
For card players, sports fans, and traders who decided spreadsheets were not enough. Your next entry can be the most mindful one yet.