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What is overtime pay?

Overtime pay is additional compensation for hours worked beyond the standard work week (typically 40 hours in the US). Under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), non-exempt employees must receive at least 1.5 times their regular hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. This is commonly called "time and a half." Some employers or states require double-time (2×) pay for hours exceeding a second threshold, such as hours beyond 48 or 52 in a week.

How is overtime pay calculated?

Overtime pay is calculated in three steps: (1) Determine overtime hours: Overtime Hours = Total Hours Worked - Regular Hours. (2) Calculate overtime rate: Overtime Rate = Regular Hourly Rate × Overtime Multiplier (usually 1.5). (3) Calculate overtime pay: Overtime Pay = Overtime Hours × Overtime Rate. For example, if you earn $20/hour, work 48 hours in a week, and get 1.5× overtime: 8 OT hours × ($20 × 1.5) = 8 × $30 = $240 in overtime pay. Use our Overtime Pay Calculator to compute this instantly.

What is the difference between time and a half and double time?

Time and a half (1.5×) pays you 150% of your regular hourly rate for overtime hours. Double time (2×) pays you 200% of your regular rate. In the US, federal law requires at least 1.5× for hours over 40 per week. Some states (like California) require double time for hours beyond a certain threshold (e.g., beyond 12 hours in a day or beyond 8 hours on the 7th consecutive day). Some union contracts or employers also offer double time. For a $20/hour rate: time and a half = $30/hour, double time = $40/hour.

Are salaried employees entitled to overtime?

It depends on whether the employee is "exempt" or "non-exempt" under the FLSA. Exempt employees (generally those earning above a salary threshold and performing executive, administrative, or professional duties) are not entitled to overtime. Non-exempt salaried employees must receive overtime pay. The federal salary threshold for exemption is $684/week (rising to $1,128/week in 2025). Some states have lower thresholds, making more employees eligible for overtime. If you are a non-exempt employee, use our Salary to Hourly Calculator to determine your hourly rate, then calculate overtime.

How does two-tier overtime work?

Two-tier overtime applies different rates for different levels of overtime. For example, in California: hours 40–48 in a week are paid at 1.5×, and hours beyond 48 are paid at 2×. If you work 52 hours at $20/hour: 40 regular hours at $20 = $800, 8 OT hours at $30 (1.5×) = $240, and 4 double-time hours at $40 (2×) = $160. Total: $1,200. Our calculator supports two-tier overtime — enter your first-tier threshold and second-tier rate to see the breakdown.

Is overtime calculated daily or weekly?

Under federal law (FLSA), overtime is calculated weekly — you must exceed 40 hours in a 7-day workweek to qualify. Some states have daily overtime requirements. California requires overtime for hours beyond 8 in a single day and double time beyond 12. Alaska requires overtime for hours beyond 8 in a day. Colorado requires overtime for hours beyond 12 in a day. Our calculator focuses on weekly overtime calculation, which is the most common method.

What if I work overtime on holidays or weekends?

Under federal law, there is no requirement for additional pay on holidays or weekends unless those hours push your weekly total over 40. However, many employers offer premium pay (1.5× or 2×) for holiday and weekend work as a company policy or union agreement. If your employer pays holiday premium AND the hours count toward weekly overtime, you receive the higher of the two rates, not both stacked (in most cases). Check your employment contract or employee handbook for your specific policy.

Do part-time employees get overtime?

Yes, part-time employees who are classified as non-exempt are entitled to overtime pay under the FLSA if they work more than 40 hours in a work week. The overtime threshold is the same regardless of whether you are full-time or part-time. For example, a part-time employee who normally works 20 hours/week but picks up extra shifts and reaches 45 hours is entitled to 5 hours of overtime pay at 1.5× their regular rate.

How is overtime taxed?

Overtime pay is taxed the same as your regular pay — it is added to your gross income for the pay period. However, because it increases your total earnings for that period, more of your pay may fall into a higher tax bracket temporarily, resulting in larger tax withholdings. This does not mean you are taxed at a higher rate overall — your annual tax is based on total annual income. The larger withholding may just mean a smaller tax refund or a small tax payment owed at year-end. Some employees notice a "smaller" overtime paycheck and worry they are penalized, but this is just withholding, not the actual tax rate.

Can my employer require overtime?

In most cases, yes. Under federal law, employers can require overtime as a condition of employment for non-exempt workers, as long as they pay the required overtime rate. There is no federal limit on how many overtime hours an employer can require (some states have daily limits). However, some industries have regulations limiting mandatory overtime (e.g., healthcare, trucking). Union contracts may also restrict mandatory overtime. If you believe your employer is violating overtime laws, contact the US Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division.

Overtime Pay Calculator

Calculate overtime pay with support for single-tier and two-tier overtime rates.

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Overtime Pay Calculator

Calculate overtime pay with single-tier or two-tier rates

Hourly Rate

Regular Hours / Week

Standard: 40 hours

Total Hours Worked

OT Multiplier

1.5 = time & a half, 2 = double time

100% Private — Runs in Your Browser

All calculations happen locally using JavaScript. Your pay data is never sent to any server, stored, or shared.

How to Use the Overtime Pay Calculator

Calculate your weekly pay including overtime in two modes:

Single Tier mode — Enter your hourly rate, regular hours per week (default 40), total hours worked, and OT multiplier (default 1.5). See regular pay, OT hours, OT rate, OT pay, and total pay.
Two Tier mode — For states like California, enter the double-time threshold (e.g., 48 hours). Hours beyond 40 get 1.5×, hours beyond the threshold get 2×.
Customize the multiplier — While 1.5 is standard, you can set any multiplier (e.g., 2 for pure double-time, or 1.25 for some union agreements).
Copy your weekly summary — Click the copy button to copy the full breakdown for record-keeping or sharing.

Features

Two modes: Single Tier (1.5×) and Two Tier (1.5× + 2×)
Customizable overtime multiplier (1.25×, 1.5×, 2×, or any value)
Adjustable regular hours threshold (default 40)
Adjustable double-time threshold for two-tier mode
Detailed breakdown: regular pay, OT rate, OT pay, total
Alert when no overtime hours are detected
Copy results button for quick sharing
Fully responsive design — works on mobile and desktop
100% client-side — no data leaves your browser
Works with any currency — enter values in your local currency

Understanding Overtime Pay

Federal Overtime Law (FLSA)

The Fair Labor Standards Act requires non-exempt employees to receive at least 1.5× their regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a work week. This applies nationwide in the US.

Time and a Half (1.5×)

The most common overtime rate. For a $20/hour employee, time and a half is $30/hour. Working 8 OT hours earns $240 extra on top of regular pay.

Double Time (2×)

Double the regular rate. Required in some states (California) for hours beyond certain thresholds. For $20/hour, double time is $40/hour.

Exempt vs Non-Exempt

Exempt employees (executive, administrative, professional roles above salary threshold) are not entitled to OT. Non-exempt employees must receive OT pay regardless of salary or hourly status.

State-Specific Rules

California: 1.5× after 8h/day, 2× after 12h/day. Alaska: 1.5× after 8h/day. Colorado: 1.5× after 12h/day. Always check your state's labor laws.

Weekly Work Week

A work week is a fixed, recurring 168-hour period (7 consecutive 24-hour periods). It does not have to align with the calendar week — your employer defines the start day.

Overtime Pay Formulas

Single Tier Overtime

OT Hours = Total Hours - Regular Hours

OT Rate = Hourly Rate × Multiplier

OT Pay = OT Hours × OT Rate

Example: 48h worked, $20/hr → 8 OT hours × $30 = $240 OT pay + $800 regular = $1,040 total.

Two Tier Overtime (California-style)

Tier 1 (1.5×): hours from 40 to threshold

Tier 2 (2×): hours beyond threshold

Example: 52h worked at $20/hr, 48h threshold → 40h regular ($800) + 8h at $30 ($240) + 4h at $40 ($160) = $1,200 total.

Common Use Cases

Weekly Paycheck Verification

Verify your paycheck by entering your actual hours worked and hourly rate. Compare the calculator's total against your pay stub to ensure you were paid correctly.

Comparing Job Offers

Compare two jobs where one has more overtime potential. Calculate total weekly earnings at expected hours to see which offer actually pays more.

California Employees

Use the two-tier mode to calculate pay with California's daily and weekly overtime rules. Enter 8 as the double-time threshold for daily OT compliance.

Freelance Overtime

If you have a contract that includes overtime provisions, calculate what you should be paid for extra hours worked beyond the agreed scope.

Shift Workers

Nurses, factory workers, and other shift employees who frequently work overtime can project weekly earnings based on scheduled hours.

Small Business Payroll

Small business owners can quickly calculate overtime pay for hourly employees without complex payroll software.

Union Contract Analysis

Some union contracts specify unique overtime multipliers. Enter the custom multiplier to see how it affects total weekly pay.

Budget Planning

Know your base pay and potential overtime earnings to plan your monthly budget. Use the <a href="/tools/finance/salary-to-hourly-calculator" class="font-medium text-primary underline underline-offset-4 hover:text-primary/80 transition-colors">Salary to Hourly Calculator</a> to first find your hourly rate from salary.

Overtime Rules by State

Federal (FLSA)

1.5× after 40h/week

Applies to all non-exempt employees nationwide

California

1.5× after 8h/day, 2× after 12h/day

Most generous OT laws in the US

Alaska

1.5× after 8h/day, 40h/week

Daily OT required beyond 8 hours

Colorado

1.5× after 12h/day, 40h/week

Daily OT after 12 hours, weekly after 40

Nevada

1.5× after 8h/day, 40h/week

Daily OT unless employee earns >1.5× minimum wage

Washington

1.5× after 40h/week

Matches federal, no daily OT requirement

Oregon

1.5× after 40h/week

Matches federal standard

New York

1.5× after 40h/week

Matches federal standard

Frequently Asked Questions

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How to Use the Overtime Pay Calculator

Calculate your weekly pay including overtime in two modes:

Single Tier mode — Enter your hourly rate, regular hours per week (default 40), total hours worked, and OT multiplier (default 1.5). See regular pay, OT hours, OT rate, OT pay, and total pay.

Two Tier mode — For states like California, enter the double-time threshold (e.g., 48 hours). Hours beyond 40 get 1.5×, hours beyond the threshold get 2×.

Customize the multiplier — While 1.5 is standard, you can set any multiplier (e.g., 2 for pure double-time, or 1.25 for some union agreements).

Copy your weekly summary — Click the copy button to copy the full breakdown for record-keeping or sharing.

Features

Two modes: Single Tier (1.5×) and Two Tier (1.5× + 2×)

Customizable overtime multiplier (1.25×, 1.5×, 2×, or any value)

Adjustable regular hours threshold (default 40)

Adjustable double-time threshold for two-tier mode

Detailed breakdown: regular pay, OT rate, OT pay, total

Alert when no overtime hours are detected

Copy results button for quick sharing

Fully responsive design — works on mobile and desktop

100% client-side — no data leaves your browser

Works with any currency — enter values in your local currency

Understanding Overtime Pay

Federal Overtime Law (FLSA)

The Fair Labor Standards Act requires non-exempt employees to receive at least 1.5× their regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a work week. This applies nationwide in the US.

Time and a Half (1.5×)

The most common overtime rate. For a $20/hour employee, time and a half is $30/hour. Working 8 OT hours earns $240 extra on top of regular pay.

Double Time (2×)

Double the regular rate. Required in some states (California) for hours beyond certain thresholds. For $20/hour, double time is $40/hour.

Exempt vs Non-Exempt

Exempt employees (executive, administrative, professional roles above salary threshold) are not entitled to OT. Non-exempt employees must receive OT pay regardless of salary or hourly status.

State-Specific Rules

California: 1.5× after 8h/day, 2× after 12h/day. Alaska: 1.5× after 8h/day. Colorado: 1.5× after 12h/day. Always check your state's labor laws.

Weekly Work Week

A work week is a fixed, recurring 168-hour period (7 consecutive 24-hour periods). It does not have to align with the calendar week — your employer defines the start day.

Overtime Pay Formulas

Single Tier Overtime

OT Hours = Total Hours - Regular Hours

OT Rate = Hourly Rate × Multiplier

OT Pay = OT Hours × OT Rate

Example: 48h worked, $20/hr → 8 OT hours × $30 = $240 OT pay + $800 regular = $1,040 total.

Two Tier Overtime (California-style)

Tier 1 (1.5×): hours from 40 to threshold

Tier 2 (2×): hours beyond threshold

Example: 52h worked at $20/hr, 48h threshold → 40h regular ($800) + 8h at $30 ($240) + 4h at $40 ($160) = $1,200 total.

Common Use Cases

Weekly Paycheck Verification

Verify your paycheck by entering your actual hours worked and hourly rate. Compare the calculator's total against your pay stub to ensure you were paid correctly.

Comparing Job Offers

Compare two jobs where one has more overtime potential. Calculate total weekly earnings at expected hours to see which offer actually pays more.

California Employees

Use the two-tier mode to calculate pay with California's daily and weekly overtime rules. Enter 8 as the double-time threshold for daily OT compliance.

Freelance Overtime

If you have a contract that includes overtime provisions, calculate what you should be paid for extra hours worked beyond the agreed scope.

Shift Workers

Nurses, factory workers, and other shift employees who frequently work overtime can project weekly earnings based on scheduled hours.

Small Business Payroll

Small business owners can quickly calculate overtime pay for hourly employees without complex payroll software.

Union Contract Analysis

Some union contracts specify unique overtime multipliers. Enter the custom multiplier to see how it affects total weekly pay.

Budget Planning

Overtime Rules by State

Federal (FLSA)

1.5× after 40h/week

Applies to all non-exempt employees nationwide

California

1.5× after 8h/day, 2× after 12h/day

Most generous OT laws in the US

Alaska

1.5× after 8h/day, 40h/week

Daily OT required beyond 8 hours

Colorado

1.5× after 12h/day, 40h/week

Daily OT after 12 hours, weekly after 40

Nevada

1.5× after 8h/day, 40h/week

Daily OT unless employee earns >1.5× minimum wage

Washington

1.5× after 40h/week

Matches federal, no daily OT requirement

Oregon

1.5× after 40h/week

Matches federal standard

New York

1.5× after 40h/week

Matches federal standard

Frequently Asked Questions