Overtime Pay Calculator
Calculate overtime pay based on regular hours, overtime hours, and overtime multiplier.
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How to use this calculator
Regular pay covers the standard hours at the base rate. Overtime pay applies a multiplier (1.5×, 2×, or 2.5×) to hours beyond the regular threshold. Total pay = regular pay + overtime pay. Effective hourly rate = total weekly pay / total hours.
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Enter your regular hourly rate and the number of regular hours worked this week.
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Add your overtime hours and select the appropriate multiplier (1.5×, 2×, or 2.5×).
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Set the number of weeks if you want to see total earnings over a longer period.
Frequently asked questions
Who is entitled to overtime pay?
In the United States, the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires overtime pay (at least 1.5×) for non-exempt employees who work more than 40 hours in a workweek. Exempt employees (typically salaried professionals earning above a threshold) are not entitled to overtime. Many states have additional protections, including daily overtime rules in California.
What is double time vs. time and a half?
Time and a half (1.5×) is the standard federal overtime rate. Double time (2×) is often required for holidays or specific industries under state law or union contracts, especially in California for hours over 12 in a day. 2.5× and other special rates appear in some collective bargaining agreements or holiday pay policies.
How does overtime affect annual income?
If you regularly work overtime, it can significantly boost annual earnings. This calculator's "annualized OT" figure shows what your current weekly overtime pay would total over 52 weeks. However, keep in mind that overtime income is taxed at your marginal rate, so take-home pay increases less than gross pay.
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How to use the overtime pay
Use this overtime pay to overtime pay based on regular hours, overtime hours, and overtime multiplier. Enter your values above and get your result in seconds. The tool is free, works on all devices, and keeps your data private — nothing is stored or shared.
How the overtime pay works
The overtime pay calculator uses standard formulas used in career planning, salary negotiation, and job offer comparison. Enter your inputs, and the tool calculates the result instantly in your browser. No server-side processing means your data stays on your device. Results update in real time as you change inputs.
How Overtime Pay Is Calculated
Overtime pay is calculated by multiplying your regular hourly rate by the applicable overtime multiplier, then multiplying by the number of overtime hours worked. The most common rate in the United States is "time and a half" — 1.5× the regular rate — for any hours over 40 in a standard workweek under the FLSA. Some states like California also mandate overtime for hours over 8 in a single day. Double time (2×) kicks in after 12 hours in a day in California, and is also common in holiday pay policies and union contracts.
Overtime and Your Paycheck — What to Know
While overtime significantly boosts gross pay, it is taxed at your marginal income tax rate. This means jumping from 40 to 48 hours per week does not double your take-home pay — but it does increase it meaningfully. Your effective hourly rate blends regular and overtime rates, giving you a better picture of your true hourly earnings in a given week. If you consistently work overtime, factor annualized overtime pay into salary negotiations with employers — it is legitimate compensation that should be part of your total compensation picture.
Overtime pay: how it works
This free tool saves time and reduces the chance of manual errors. Enter your values, get an instant result, and use it as a starting point for further analysis or professional consultation.
Who uses this tool?
Anyone who needs a fast, reliable answer uses this tool as a first step. It is designed to be accessible to non-specialists while accurate enough to trust for most everyday purposes.
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