Overtime Pay Calculator
Use this overtime pay calculator to find your overtime rate, overtime pay and total weekly pay. Enter your regular hourly rate, the hours you worked and when overtime starts. Choose time and a half or double time.
| Regular rate | Overtime rate (1.5x) | 45 hours a week | 50 hours a week |
|---|---|---|---|
| $15.00 | $22.50 | $712.50 | $825.00 |
| $18.00 | $27.00 | $855.00 | $990.00 |
| $20.00 | $30.00 | $950.00 | $1,100.00 |
| $22.00 | $33.00 | $1,045.00 | $1,210.00 |
| $25.00 | $37.50 | $1,187.50 | $1,375.00 |
| $30.00 | $45.00 | $1,425.00 | $1,650.00 |
| $35.00 | $52.50 | $1,662.50 | $1,925.00 |
| $40.00 | $60.00 | $1,900.00 | $2,200.00 |
Table assumes overtime starts after 40 hours in a workweek and is paid at 1.5 times the regular rate. Gross pay before taxes.
How to use the overtime pay calculator
- Enter your regular hourly rate.
- Enter the total hours you worked this week.
- Set when overtime starts. Federal law uses 40 hours in a workweek.
- Choose time and a half (1.5x) or double time (2x).
- Read your regular pay, overtime pay and total pay in the result box.
How overtime pay works
Under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act, most non-exempt employees must receive at least 1.5 times their regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek. For example, at $20 an hour, the overtime rate is $30 an hour. A worker who puts in 50 hours earns $800 for the first 40 hours and $300 for 10 overtime hours, a total of $1,100.
Overtime pay formula
Overtime rate equals regular rate times the overtime multiplier. Overtime pay equals overtime hours times the overtime rate. Total pay equals regular pay plus overtime pay.
State overtime rules can differ
Some states add rules on top of federal law. California requires overtime for hours over 8 in a workday and double time after 12 hours in a day. Alaska also requires daily overtime over 8 hours. Colorado requires overtime after 12 hours in a day or 12 consecutive hours. Nevada applies daily overtime for some lower-paid workers. Rules and exceptions change, so confirm with your state labor agency.
Who does not get overtime?
Exempt employees, such as some salaried executives, administrative and professional workers, do not receive overtime under federal law. Exemptions depend on job duties and salary level, not only on the job title. This calculator also does not include bonuses that may change your regular rate.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate overtime pay?
Multiply your regular hourly rate by 1.5 to get the overtime rate. Multiply that by your overtime hours. Add the result to your regular pay.
What is time and a half?
Time and a half means you earn 1.5 times your regular hourly rate for overtime hours.
When does overtime start?
Federal law starts overtime after 40 hours in a workweek. Some states also count hours worked in a day.
How much is overtime at $20 an hour?
Time and a half at $20 an hour is $30 an hour. Double time is $40 an hour.
Do salaried workers get overtime?
Only if they are non-exempt. Many salaried workers are exempt, but the rules depend on duties and salary level.
Is the result gross or net pay?
Gross. It is before taxes and deductions.