Overtime Pay Calculator
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Provide your base hourly rate, regular hours, overtime hours, and multipliers to understand how much extra income your additional effort generates.
Calculate Your Overtime Pay with Precision
An overtime pay calculator is an essential tool for hourly workers, managers, and employers who need to estimate earnings beyond regular working hours. Whether you're calculating time-and-a-half for hours beyond 40 per week or double-time for weekend and holiday shifts, understanding your overtime compensation helps you plan your finances, evaluate job offers, and ensure you're being paid fairly according to labor laws.
In the United States, the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires employers to pay eligible employees at least 1.5 times their regular hourly rate for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek. Many states and employers offer additional premium pay for specific circumstances like weekend work, holidays, or excessive overtime hours. Our calculator supports multiple overtime tiers so you can accurately model your real-world pay scenarios.
How to Calculate Overtime Pay
Determine Your Base Hourly Rate
Start with your regular hourly wage. If you're salaried, divide your weekly salary by your standard hours to find the equivalent hourly rate for overtime calculation purposes.
Count Your Regular and Overtime Hours
Separate your hours into regular time (typically up to 40 hours per week) and overtime hours (anything beyond your regular threshold). Track both standard overtime and any premium overtime separately.
Apply the Correct Multipliers
Standard overtime is usually 1.5× your base rate (time-and-a-half), while premium overtime might be 2.0× (double time) or another rate specified in your employment contract or union agreement.
Calculate Total Weekly Earnings
Add your regular pay, standard overtime pay, and premium overtime pay together to see your gross weekly earnings. Compare this to your base pay to see how much extra income the overtime generates.
Understanding Overtime Pay Rates
Time-and-a-Half (1.5×)
The most common overtime rate, time-and-a-half pays 1.5 times your regular hourly rate for each overtime hour. For example, if you earn $20/hour, overtime pays $30/hour. Federal law mandates this minimum for hours beyond 40 per week.
Double Time (2.0×)
Double time pays twice your regular rate and is common for holidays, seventh consecutive workday, or excessive overtime in some states. A $20/hour employee would earn $40/hour during double-time periods.
Weighted Average for Shift Differentials
If you receive shift differentials or multiple pay rates, overtime is calculated on a weighted average of all rates worked during the week, not just your highest rate. Check your pay stub or ask HR for clarification.
State-Specific Requirements
Some states like California have daily overtime rules (over 8 hours per day) in addition to weekly limits. Always check your state labor department website or consult with HR to understand your specific overtime eligibility.
Who Is Eligible for Overtime Pay?
Not all employees are entitled to overtime pay. The FLSA distinguishes between exempt and non-exempt employees:
Non-Exempt Employees (Eligible for Overtime)
- Most hourly workers in retail, manufacturing, service industries
- Non-managerial employees earning below salary thresholds
- Workers without executive, administrative, or professional duties
- Blue-collar workers regardless of salary level
Exempt Employees (Not Eligible for Overtime)
- Executive, administrative, and professional employees meeting salary and duty tests
- Computer professionals and outside sales employees
- Certain commissioned employees
- Highly compensated employees earning above federal thresholds
Important: Job titles alone don't determine overtime eligibility. Both your salary level and actual job duties must meet specific criteria. If you're unsure about your status, consult your HR department or review the Department of Labor's FLSA guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions About Overtime Pay
Is overtime calculated daily or weekly?
Under federal law, overtime is based on hours worked beyond 40 in a single workweek. However, some states like California require daily overtime (over 8 hours per day) as well. Check your state's labor laws for specific requirements.
Does overtime pay include bonuses and commissions?
Generally yes. Most non-discretionary bonuses, commissions, and certain other payments must be included when calculating your regular rate of pay, which then determines your overtime rate. Discretionary bonuses and gifts may be excluded.
Can my employer require mandatory overtime?
Yes, in most cases employers can require overtime work. However, they must pay the legally required overtime rate for all hours worked beyond 40 per week (or daily thresholds in applicable states). Some union contracts or employment agreements may limit mandatory overtime.
How are overtime taxes calculated?
Overtime earnings are taxed the same as regular wages—there's no special "overtime tax." However, because overtime increases your total pay for that period, it may push you into a higher withholding bracket temporarily. Your annual tax liability remains based on your total yearly income.
What if I work multiple jobs for the same employer?
If you work multiple positions for the same employer during the same workweek, all hours count toward the 40-hour overtime threshold. The overtime rate is typically calculated using a weighted average of your different hourly rates.