Overtime Calculator
Calculate overtime hours and pay above a standard shift length.
Overtime pay calculations vary by jurisdiction, but the underlying maths — standard rate, overtime rate, and threshold hours — follows predictable patterns. This calculator handles time-and-a-half, double-time, and custom multiplier rates, computing your total pay including overtime for any work period.
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How to Calculate Overtime Pay
- Enter your regular hourly rate — your standard pay rate before overtime.
- Enter regular hours worked — typically 40 hours per week in the United States.
- Enter overtime hours worked — any hours beyond your regular schedule.
- Set the overtime multiplier — 1.5× for standard time-and-a-half, 2× for double time, or a custom rate.
- Click Calculate — the tool shows regular pay, overtime pay, and total earnings.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is overtime pay calculated? ▼
Overtime pay = Overtime Hours × (Regular Hourly Rate × Overtime Multiplier). For time-and-a-half on a $20/hour rate: $20 × 1.5 = $30/hour for overtime. Ten overtime hours would earn $300 in overtime pay on top of regular wages.
What is time-and-a-half? ▼
Time-and-a-half means you are paid 1.5 times your regular hourly rate for overtime hours. Under the U.S. Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), non-exempt employees must receive time-and-a-half for any hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.
When does double time apply? ▼
Double time (2× regular rate) is not required by federal law in the U.S. but is mandated in some states (like California for hours beyond 12 in a day) and is common in union contracts, holiday work, and weekend shifts in certain industries.
Who is exempt from overtime pay? ▼
Under FLSA, salaried employees classified as "exempt" (executive, administrative, professional, or highly compensated roles earning above the salary threshold) are not entitled to overtime. The salary threshold for exemption was raised to $43,888/year in 2024. Misclassification is a common legal issue.
Do overtime rules vary by country? ▼
Yes, significantly. The EU Working Time Directive caps workweeks at 48 hours. The UK follows EU precedent. Many countries require overtime premiums ranging from 125% to 200% of regular pay. Always check your local labour laws for specific requirements.
Is my pay data stored? ▼
No. All calculations run in your browser. No salary or hours data is transmitted or stored.