Overtime calculator

Frequently asked questions

Does federal law require overtime pay after 40 hours?

For most non-exempt employees in the United States, the Fair Labor Standards Act requires overtime pay at a minimum rate of 1.5 times the regular hourly rate for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek. Some states have daily overtime rules, so check applicable state law as well.

What is the difference between time-and-a-half and double time?

Time-and-a-half multiplies your base hourly rate by 1.5, and double time multiplies it by 2. Which rate applies depends on your employer's policy or applicable law — double time is common in certain industries and shift arrangements but is not universally required by federal law.

Does this calculator include taxes or other deductions?

No. The result is gross pay before any withholding, benefits deductions, or payroll taxes. Use the weekly gross figure as a starting point and factor in your actual withholding situation to estimate take-home pay.

Can I use this for a bi-weekly or semi-monthly pay period?

The tool models one workweek at a time. For a bi-weekly paycheck you would typically run two separate weekly calculations and add them, since overtime thresholds reset each workweek rather than accumulating across the pay period.