Overtime Pay Calculator
Estimates only, based on 2026 federal brackets and a 5% average state tax. Actual withholding varies. Not tax advice.
Overtime can significantly boost your paycheck, but calculating the exact premium can be confusing. Use this calculator to see exactly how much extra you’ll earn for hours worked beyond your standard schedule.
Consider this scenario: You make $20 an hour and worked 10 hours of overtime this week. At a standard 1.5x multiplier (time-and-a-half), those 10 hours aren’t worth $200—they’re worth $300. That’s a $100 premium just for working overtime.
Your base pay per hour.
Usually 40 hours per week.
Hours worked beyond regular schedule.
Federal standard is 1.5x.
Total Pay
Includes hrs at x multiplier
Pay Breakdown
Want to understand overtime pay better?
Read our beginner-friendly guide on how time and a half works, with step-by-step math examples.
How Overtime Pay Works
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), non-exempt employees must receive overtime pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek. The standard rate is at least one and one-half times (1.5x) their regular rates of pay. For more details, visit the Department of Labor Overtime Rules.
The Calculation
Overtime Hours × Hourly Rate × Multiplier = Overtime Pay
For example, 10 hours of overtime at $20/hour with a 1.5x multiplier: 10 × $20 × 1.5 = $300 overtime pay
Different Multipliers
- 1.5x (Time-and-a-half): The federal standard for hours worked over 40 in a week.
- 2.0x (Double time): Not required by federal law, but often offered by employers for working on holidays, Sundays, or required by some state laws for excessive daily hours.
State-Specific Variations
While 1.5x after 40 hours is the federal baseline, states can enact stricter laws. For instance, California requires 1.5x pay for hours worked over 8 in a single day, and 2x pay for hours worked over 12 in a single day. Always check your local labor laws to ensure you are being compensated correctly.
Important Disclaimer
This calculator uses standard federal FLSA rules and provides general estimates. Overtime rules vary significantly by state, industry, and union contracts. Salaried employees may be exempt from overtime pay depending on their job duties and income level. We recommend consulting your HR department or state labor board for specific guidance.