How this overtime calculator works
Enter your hourly rate, the total hours you worked in the week, and the number of hours after which overtime begins. The calculator splits your hours into regular and overtime hours, pays the overtime hours at your chosen multiplier, and adds everything up. You also see the result per paycheck, per month and per year.
The overtime pay formula
- Regular pay = hourly rate × regular hours (up to the overtime threshold).
- Overtime rate = hourly rate × overtime multiplier (1.5 for time and a half).
- Overtime pay = overtime rate × overtime hours (hours beyond the threshold).
- Total gross pay = regular pay + overtime pay.
For example, at $25 an hour and 50 hours in a week, you get 40 regular hours ($1,000) plus 10 overtime hours at $37.50 ($375), for $1,375 before tax.
Tips for tracking your overtime
- Check your local rules. Some states and countries set daily overtime limits, or different multipliers for weekends and holidays.
- Keep your own record. Note your start and finish times each day so you can compare them with your pay stub.
- Remember taxes. Figures here are gross. Use the paycheck calculator to estimate what you take home after tax.
Frequently asked questions
How is overtime pay calculated?
Overtime pay is your hourly rate multiplied by the overtime multiplier (usually 1.5) and by the number of overtime hours. Add your regular pay, which is the hours up to the overtime threshold times your normal rate, to get your total gross pay for the week.
When does overtime start?
Under the US Fair Labor Standards Act, non-exempt employees must be paid overtime for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek. Some states, such as California, also require overtime after 8 hours in a day, and some employers or union contracts set a lower threshold. You can change the threshold in the calculator.
What is time and a half?
Time and a half means overtime hours are paid at 1.5 times your regular hourly rate. If you earn $20 an hour, your overtime rate is $30 an hour. Double time pays 2 times your rate, and is required in some situations such as certain California overtime hours or by contract.
Is overtime taxed at a higher rate?
No. Overtime is taxed the same way as regular wages. It can feel like a higher rate because extra income may push part of your earnings into a higher tax bracket, and because withholding on a larger paycheck can look bigger. Use the paycheck calculator to see your take-home pay after tax.
Who is not eligible for overtime?
Employees classified as exempt, such as many salaried executive, administrative and professional workers who meet the salary and duties tests, are not entitled to federal overtime. Independent contractors are also not covered. Rules vary by state, so check with your employer or your state labor department.