Calculate overtime pay and total earnings with our free, comprehensive overtime calculator. Determine time-and-a-half pay, double-time compensation, and total weekly or monthly earnings including overtime hours worked beyond the standard 40-hour workweek.
How to Use the Overtime Calculator
- Enter hourly rate: Type your regular hourly pay rate before any overtime multipliers.
- Enter regular hours: Input standard hours worked (typically 40 for full-time weekly).
- Enter overtime hours: Type the number of hours worked beyond the standard 40-hour week.
- Select overtime rate: Choose time-and-a-half (1.5x), double-time (2x), or custom multiplier.
- Calculate: Click “Calculate Overtime Pay” to see your total earnings and breakdown.
- Verify paycheck: Compare calculated results to your actual paycheck to ensure correct payment.
Understanding Overtime Pay Regulations
Overtime Hourly Rate = Regular Rate × Overtime Multiplier
Overtime Pay = Overtime Hours × Overtime Hourly Rate
Total Pay = (Regular Hours × Regular Rate) + Overtime Pay
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), non-exempt employees must receive overtime pay at one and one-half times their regular hourly rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek. If you earn $20/hour regularly, your overtime rate is $30/hour ($20 × 1.5). Working 45 hours means 40 hours at $20 ($800) plus 5 overtime hours at $30 ($150) for $950 total weekly pay.
Time and a Half Explained (1.5x Pay)
Time and a half is the most common overtime rate in the United States, required by federal law for non-exempt employees. It means you earn 1.5 times your regular hourly rate for overtime hours.
When Overtime Kicks In – Federal and State Rules
Federal FLSA requires overtime after 40 hours in a workweek. Some states have additional rules: California requires overtime after 8 hours in a day and double-time after 12 hours daily or for 7th consecutive day worked.
Exempt vs Non-Exempt Employee Classification
Not all employees receive overtime. “Exempt” employees (typically salaried professionals, executives, administrators earning $35,568+ annually) don’t get overtime regardless of hours worked. “Non-exempt” employees must receive overtime pay.
Double Time and Premium Overtime Pay
Double time (2x regular pay) isn’t federally required but may be required by state law or company policy for specific circumstances: working holidays, working 7+ consecutive days, or exceeding daily hour limits.
Common Overtime Pay Examples
| Hourly Rate | Overtime Hours | OT Rate (1.5x) | OT Pay | Total Pay (40+OT) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $15/hr | 5 hrs | $22.50/hr | $112.50 | $712.50 |
| $20/hr | 10 hrs | $30/hr | $300 | $1,100 |
| $25/hr | 8 hrs | $37.50/hr | $300 | $1,300 |
| $18/hr | 12 hrs | $27/hr | $324 | $1,044 |
Why Use Our Overtime Calculator?
⚡ Instant Calculations
Calculate total pay including overtime in seconds without complex manual math.
🎯 Verify Paychecks
Ensure your employer pays correct overtime rates and catches payroll errors immediately.
📊 Complete Breakdown
See regular pay and overtime pay separated clearly for transparency and verification.
🔧 Multiple Overtime Rates
Handle time-and-a-half, double-time, or custom overtime multipliers flexibly.
📱 Mobile Friendly
Calculate overtime earnings on-the-go before accepting extra shifts or hours.
🆓 Always Free
No registration, unlimited calculations for all your overtime pay verification needs.
Practical Overtime Applications
Deciding Whether to Accept Overtime Shifts
Before accepting overtime, calculate actual earnings versus time cost. Compare the premium to your regular rate to determine if it justifies the opportunity cost.
Maximizing Income During High-Demand Periods
Retail, hospitality, healthcare, and logistics sectors offer substantial overtime during holidays, peak seasons, or understaffing periods.
Paycheck Verification and Wage Theft Prevention
Use this calculator every pay period to verify your paycheck matches hours worked. Document discrepancies and contact your state’s Department of Labor if needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Federal law calculates overtime weekly – hours over 40 in a workweek trigger overtime, regardless of daily hours. However, some states also have daily overtime rules requiring premium pay for hours exceeding 8 or 12 per day.
It depends on exempt vs non-exempt classification, not salary vs hourly payment method. “Non-exempt” salaried employees (earning under $35,568 annually) must receive overtime. “Exempt” employees don’t get overtime regardless of hours worked.
Double time (2× regular pay rate) isn’t federally mandated but may be required by state law or employer policy. California requires double-time after 12 hours in a workday or 8+ hours on the 7th consecutive workday.
At time-and-a-half (1.5×), overtime on $20/hour is $30/hour. For a typical 5-hour overtime week: $20 × 40 regular hours = $800, plus $30 × 5 overtime hours = $150, totaling $950 weekly gross pay.
Generally yes, employers can require overtime in most industries and states, provided they pay legally required overtime rates. Refusing mandatory overtime can result in discipline or termination in at-will employment states.
Not paying legally required overtime is wage theft and illegal. Document all hours worked and missing overtime pay. Discuss with your employer or HR department. If unresolved, file a complaint with your state’s Department of Labor or the federal Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division.