Overtime Calculator
Calculate your overtime pay quickly and accurately. Enter your hourly rate, regular hours, overtime hours, and overtime multiplier to see your regular pay, overtime pay, and total earnings. Perfect for employees, payroll professionals, and small business owners.
What Is Overtime?
Overtime refers to the hours worked beyond the standard workweek, typically defined as 40 hours per week under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Employees who work overtime are entitled to additional compensation, usually at a rate of 1.5 times their regular hourly rate (time-and-a-half).
The FLSA requires that most non-exempt employees receive overtime pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Some states have additional overtime laws that may require overtime pay for hours worked over 8 in a day or on weekends and holidays.
How Does the Overtime Calculator Work?
The calculator uses the following formulas:
Regular Pay = Hourly Rate × Regular Hours
Overtime Rate = Hourly Rate × Overtime Multiplier
Overtime Pay = Overtime Rate × Overtime Hours
Total Gross Pay = Regular Pay + Overtime Pay + Bonus
Example: An employee making $25/hour works 40 regular hours and 10 overtime hours at time-and-a-half (1.5x):
- Regular Pay = $25 × 40 = $1,000
- Overtime Rate = $25 × 1.5 = $37.50/hour
- Overtime Pay = $37.50 × 10 = $375
- Total Gross Pay = $1,000 + $375 = $1,375
Why Use This Overtime Calculator?
- Flexible Overtime Multipliers: Supports time-and-a-half (1.5x), double time (2x), and custom rates.
- Multiple Currencies: Supports USD, EUR, GBP, and more.
- Bonus & Tax Options: Add bonuses and estimate after-tax earnings.
- Visual Breakdown: A chart shows the breakdown of your earnings.
- Free & Private: No registration, no data storage.
FLSA Overtime Rules & Exemptions
- Non-Exempt Employees: Must receive overtime pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek at 1.5× their regular rate.
- Exempt Employees: Salaried employees earning at least $684 per week ($35,568 per year) and performing executive, administrative, or professional duties are exempt from overtime.
- State Laws: Some states have stricter overtime laws (e.g., California requires overtime for hours over 8 in a day).
- Comp Time: Some employers offer compensatory time off instead of overtime pay, but this is limited for private sector employees.
❓ Overtime Calculator FAQ
What is overtime pay?
Overtime pay is additional compensation for hours worked beyond the standard workweek. Under the FLSA, most non-exempt employees must receive overtime pay at 1.5 times their regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
What is the standard overtime rate?
The standard overtime rate under the FLSA is 1.5 times the employee's regular hourly rate. This is commonly referred to as "time-and-a-half."
What is double time?
Double time is overtime paid at 2 times the regular hourly rate. It is not required by federal law but may be required by some state laws, union contracts, or company policies for work on holidays or weekends.
Who is eligible for overtime pay?
Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay. Exempt employees (typically salaried professionals earning at least $684 per week and performing executive, administrative, or professional duties) are not eligible for overtime under federal law.
How do I calculate overtime pay?
Overtime Pay = (Hourly Rate × Overtime Multiplier) × Overtime Hours. For example, if you earn $20/hour and work 5 overtime hours at 1.5x, your overtime pay is $20 × 1.5 × 5 = $150.
What is the difference between regular hours and overtime hours?
Regular hours are the standard hours worked in a workweek (typically 40 hours). Overtime hours are any hours worked beyond the standard workweek.
How does the calculator handle fractional hours?
The calculator supports decimal hours (e.g., 0.5 for 30 minutes). You can enter hours in increments of 0.1 or 0.5 as needed.
What is the FLSA 40-hour workweek?
The FLSA defines a workweek as 40 hours. Any hours worked over 40 in a single workweek qualify for overtime pay. The workweek is a fixed and regularly recurring period of 168 hours (7 consecutive 24-hour periods).
What is the difference between federal and state overtime laws?
Federal law requires overtime for hours over 40 in a workweek. Some states have stricter laws (e.g., California requires overtime for hours over 8 in a day or over 40 in a week). When state and federal laws differ, the law that provides the greater benefit to the employee applies.
Can I receive compensatory time instead of overtime pay?
Private sector employers generally cannot offer compensatory time ("comp time") instead of overtime pay. Public sector employers may offer comp time under certain conditions.
How does a bonus affect overtime pay?
Bonuses that are non-discretionary (e.g., production bonuses, attendance bonuses) must be included in the regular rate of pay when calculating overtime. Discretionary bonuses (e.g., holiday bonuses) are typically not included.
What is the minimum salary for exempt employees in 2025?
For 2025, the minimum salary threshold for exempt employees is $684 per week ($35,568 per year). Some states have higher thresholds.
What is the difference between exempt and non-exempt employees?
Exempt employees are exempt from overtime pay requirements. They are typically salaried professionals, executives, or administrators earning at least $684 per week. Non-exempt employees are entitled to overtime pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
How do I calculate overtime for salaried employees?
For salaried non-exempt employees, calculate the hourly rate by dividing the weekly salary by the number of hours the salary is intended to cover (typically 40 hours). Then apply the overtime multiplier to the hourly rate for hours worked beyond 40.
What is the FLSA "fluctuating workweek" method?
The fluctuating workweek method is a way to calculate overtime for employees with fluctuating hours. It uses a 0.5× multiplier instead of 1.5×, and the regular rate is calculated by dividing total weekly pay by total hours worked.
How does the calculator handle double time?
Select "2.0x (Double Time)" from the overtime multiplier dropdown. The calculator will use 2.0 as the overtime multiplier.
What is the "time-and-a-half" rule?
The time-and-a-half rule means that overtime pay is calculated at 1.5 times the employee's regular hourly rate. This is the standard overtime rate required by the FLSA.
How accurate is this overtime calculator?
This calculator provides accurate results based on standard overtime formulas. However, actual payroll calculations may vary based on specific state laws, company policies, and other factors. Use this as a planning tool, not a guarantee.
Can I use this calculator for weekly or bi-weekly pay periods?
Yes. Enter the total regular and overtime hours for the pay period. The calculator will compute the pay for that period regardless of whether it's weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly.
What is the difference between overtime and premium pay?
Overtime pay is specifically for hours worked beyond the standard workweek. Premium pay is additional compensation for working undesirable shifts (e.g., night shifts, weekends, holidays) and may be required by state law or union contracts.