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Overtime Pay Calculator
Weekly gross with time-and-a-half (and optional double-time)
Enter hourly rate, regular hours, OT hours, and multipliers. Built for quick paycheck planning with US FLSA-style framing — not legal advice.
Results
Weekly gross
$0.00
Effective rate $0.00/hr · 0 total hours
Regular pay$0.00
Overtime pay$0.00
Double-time pay$0.00
Weekly gross$0.00
Illustrative only. Not legal advice. State OT rules and exemptions differ. See Disclaimer.
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How overtime pay is calculated (simple model)
People search for an overtime pay calculator when a schedule changes — extra weekend shift, busy season, or a new job offer with frequent OT. The core formula is straightforward: regular hours × hourly rate, plus overtime hours × hourly rate × OT multiplier (often 1.5). Double-time, where offered, multiplies by 2.0 or another policy rate.
US federal FLSA framing for many nonexempt employees uses a workweek threshold (commonly 40 hours) rather than a calendar day, though California and other states add daily rules. PlainCalc does not decide whether you are exempt, whether your “regular rate” must include bonuses, or which jurisdiction controls. It only multiplies the numbers you enter so you can compare schedules side by side.
Reading the results
Weekly gross is the sum of regular, OT, and DT pay. Effective hourly rate divides that total by all hours worked — useful when comparing a flat project rate to hourly OT. For a dedicated walkthrough, see time-and-a-half overtime. Convert annual salary assumptions with the salary to hourly calculator before modeling OT on a salaried-looking offer.
What to verify with your employer
Confirm the workweek start day, whether travel or training time counts, how PTO interacts with OT thresholds, and any union agreement. Keep pay stubs. If numbers disagree with this tool, trust payroll systems that implement your actual policy — and escalate disputes through proper channels.
Frequently asked questions
How do you calculate overtime pay at time and a half?
Multiply your regular hourly rate by 1.5, then multiply by overtime hours. Example: $20 × 1.5 = $30 OT rate; 8 OT hours → $240 OT pay. Add regular pay for hours at the straight rate. See also our time-and-a-half scenario page.
What is FLSA-style overtime?
Under the US Fair Labor Standards Act, many nonexempt employees earn at least 1.5× the regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek. States can be stricter; some use daily overtime. This calculator is illustrative math only — not a determination of exempt status or legal entitlement.
Does this include taxes or shift differentials?
No. Results are gross pay sketches. Tax withholding, benefits, bonuses that affect regular rate, and collective bargaining rules are out of scope. Optional double-time uses a separate multiplier (default 2.0) when your policy pays it.
Can salaried employees use this?
Only if you know an hourly equivalent and that OT rules apply to you. Many salaried roles are exempt. Convert salary with our salary to hourly calculator first, then confirm eligibility with HR or counsel — not with this page.
Is this legal advice?
No. Labor law is jurisdiction-specific. Employers and employees should consult official DOL resources, state agencies, or a qualified attorney for disputes.
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