2026 Pay Period Calendar
In 2026, there are 26 biweekly pay periods. The triple-paycheck months are January and July, meaning you will receive three paychecks in those months instead of the usual two.
26
Biweekly
24
Semi-Monthly
52
Weekly
2
Triple-Pay Months
2026 Biweekly Pay Calendar
26 pay dates across 2026
January
3 paysFri 2Fri 16Fri 30
February
Fri 13Fri 27
March
Fri 13Fri 27
April
Fri 10Fri 24
May
Fri 8Fri 22
June
Fri 5Fri 19
July
3 paysFri 3Fri 17Fri 31
August
Fri 14Fri 28
September
Fri 11Fri 25
October
Fri 9Fri 23
November
Fri 6Fri 20
December
Fri 4Fri 18
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$
Per Paycheck
$2,307.69
Paychecks Per Year
26
Pay Frequency Comparison
| Frequency | Paychecks / Year | Per Paycheck |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly | 52 | $1,153.85 |
| BiweeklySelected | 26 | $2,307.69 |
| Semi-Monthly | 24 | $2,500.00 |
| Monthly | 12 | $5,000.00 |
* All amounts are pre-tax based on a $60,000.00 annual salary.
2026 Triple-Paycheck Months
If you are paid biweekly in 2026, you will have three paychecks in January and July. Since most monthly budgets are based on receiving two paychecks, the third paycheck can feel like a bonus.
How to Use Your Third Paycheck
- Boost your emergency fund
- Make an extra payment on debt (credit cards, student loans, mortgage)
- Increase your retirement contributions
- Save for a major purchase or vacation
- Invest in a brokerage account
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