Overtime Pay
Calculator.
Calculate regular pay, overtime hours, and estimated gross weekly earnings using an adjustable overtime threshold and rate.
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Gross pay for all hours worked
How overtime pay works
For many covered, nonexempt workers in the United States, the federal Fair Labor Standards Act generally requires overtime pay at at least 1.5 times the regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Eligibility, the regular-rate calculation, and state rules can change the result.
Example: at $25/hour, working 46 hours with a 40-hour threshold and 1.5× rate gives:
Know the limits of this estimate
This calculator treats all hours up to your selected threshold as regular hours, and all additional hours as overtime. It does not automatically account for overtime exemptions, shift differentials, bonuses that affect the regular rate, double-time, daily overtime, union contracts, or state-specific rules.
Under federal law, overtime is generally based on a workweek, not just exceeding eight hours in one day; some states have additional requirements. If you need a legally accurate payroll calculation, check applicable labor rules and your pay records.
Frequently asked questions
Is overtime always time-and-a-half?
Not always. The 1.5× rate is a common federal minimum for eligible nonexempt employees after 40 hours in a workweek. Different rules may apply to your job or state.
What if I worked fewer than 40 hours?
If your total hours do not exceed the threshold you enter, the calculator shows zero overtime hours and computes every hour at your regular hourly rate.
Does overtime pay include tax?
No. This tool estimates gross pay before withholding and deductions. Your net paycheck will usually be different.
For more on federal overtime rules, consult the US Department of Labor.