Overtime Pay Calculator
Calculate weekly gross pay including overtime at time-and-a-half and double time.
How overtime pay is calculated
Under the US Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), non-exempt employees must be paid at least 1.5 times their regular rate for every hour worked over 40 in a workweek.
Gross pay = (Regular hours × Rate) + (Overtime hours × Rate × 1.5)
At $25 an hour for 48 hours: 40 × $25 = $1,000, plus 8 × $37.50 = $300, for $1,300 before tax.
Who gets overtime?
Most hourly workers qualify. Salaried employees can be "exempt" if they meet both a minimum salary threshold and duties tests for executive, administrative or professional roles. Being paid a salary does not by itself make someone exempt.
State rules
Some states go further than federal law. California requires overtime after 8 hours in a day and double time after 12 hours in a day. Alaska, Nevada and Colorado also have daily overtime rules in some situations. Your state labor department publishes the details.
Common questions about the regular rate
- Non-discretionary bonuses and shift differentials are usually included in the regular rate used to calculate overtime.
- Overtime is calculated per workweek; hours cannot be averaged across two weeks.
- Paid time off and holidays not worked generally do not count toward the 40 hours.
Frequently asked questions
What is time and a half for $20 an hour?
Time and a half is 1.5 × $20 = $30 for each overtime hour.
Do salaried employees get overtime?
Only if they are non-exempt. Exempt status depends on salary level and job duties, not just being salaried.
Is overtime taxed more?
Overtime is taxed at the same rates as regular pay. A larger paycheck can have more withheld, but your annual tax depends on total income.
Last reviewed Oct 20, 2026. Results are estimates; check important decisions with a qualified professional.