Overtime Calculator — Instantly find your overtime pay and hours! Our premium, interactive calculator is perfect for employees, managers, or payroll specialists. Fast, mobile-friendly, and privacy-first: your data never leaves your device.
How to Use the Overtime Calculator
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Choose a Mode
Switch between hourly, daily, or weekly overtime calculations using the tabs above.
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Enter Your Details
Fill in hours, pay rates, and multipliers. For daily mode, add as many days as needed.
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Get Instant Results
All results update in real time—see total hours, overtime pay, and total pay instantly.
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Copy or Reset
Copy your results for records, or clear all fields to start a new calculation.
Why Use an Overtime Calculator?
Eliminate Payroll Errors
Auto-calculates overtime pay, so your check is always right and compliant.
Flexible for Any Schedule
Works for daily, weekly, and custom hour calculations, ideal for hourly workers and managers.
Instant Answers
All results are live—no need to hit submit or reload the page.
Mobile & Desktop Ready
Fully responsive and touch-optimized for phones, tablets, and desktop.
How Does the Overtime Calculator Work?
The Overtime Calculator lets you quickly find total regular hours, overtime hours, and overtime pay—no matter your schedule or local overtime rules. Switch between hourly, daily, or weekly modes, fill in your details, and get instant, accurate results.
- Effortless Payroll: Calculate pay for any work week, no math required.
- Flexible Input: Works with any overtime multiplier and variable schedules.
- Mobile-Optimized: Use it anywhere, on any device, with a beautiful interface.
- Privacy Built-In: All calculations are local in your browser.
Common Use Cases
Understanding Overtime Laws: The FLSA and Beyond
Calculating overtime pay isn’t just about math; it’s about following labor laws. In the United States, the primary law governing overtime is the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). [8, 38] This federal law establishes the standard for minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and youth employment standards affecting workers in the private sector and in Federal, State, and local governments. [10, 34]
The core principle of the FLSA regarding overtime is that most covered, non-exempt employees must receive overtime pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek at a rate not less than one and one-half times their regular rates of pay. [8, 10] However, the details can be complex, revolving around employee classification and state-specific regulations.
Exempt vs. Non-Exempt Employees
The most critical distinction under the FLSA is between “exempt” and “non-exempt” employees. This classification determines who is eligible for overtime pay. [34, 40]
- Non-Exempt Employees: These employees are covered by FLSA regulations and are entitled to overtime pay for any hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek. Most hourly workers fall into this category. [29, 33]
- Exempt Employees: These employees are “exempt” from the FLSA’s overtime rules and are not entitled to overtime pay. [33] To be considered exempt, an employee must meet specific criteria related to their job duties (the “duties test”) and be paid on a salary basis at or above a certain threshold (the “salary basis test”). [25, 29] Common exemption categories include executive, administrative, professional, computer, and outside sales employees. [42]
Misclassifying an employee as exempt is a common and costly mistake for employers. [34] Our calculator is designed for non-exempt employees who are eligible for overtime.
State Laws Can Add More Rules
While the FLSA sets the federal floor, many states have their own overtime laws that provide greater protection for workers. [9] When state and federal laws conflict, the employer must apply the rule that is more favorable to the employee. [33] For example:
Because laws can change, always verify current regulations with your state’s Department of Labor or a payroll professional. Our tool provides the calculation flexibility needed to adapt to these different rules.
Beyond Time and a Half: Types of Overtime Pay
While “time and a half” is the most common form of overtime, it’s not the only one. Depending on your location, industry, or company policy, you may encounter different premium pay structures. Our calculator can handle them all by simply adjusting the “Overtime Rate Multiplier” field.
Time and a Half (1.5x Rate)
This is the federal standard under the FLSA. For every hour worked over 40 in a workweek, you are paid 1.5 times your regular hourly rate. [4] To use this in the calculator, enter `1.5` in the multiplier field.
Double Time (2.0x Rate)
Some states, like California, mandate double time pay in certain situations, such as working more than 12 hours in a single day. [5, 22] Some employers also offer it for working on holidays. [5] To calculate double time, enter `2` in the multiplier field.
Compensatory Time (Comp Time)
Instead of cash, some public sector (government) employees may receive “comp time” – paid time off at a rate of 1.5 hours for each overtime hour worked. This is generally illegal for private sector employers under the FLSA, who must pay cash for overtime.
Blended Rates
If you perform two different jobs at different pay rates within the same workweek, your employer must calculate a “blended” regular rate of pay for overtime purposes. [12, 13] The calculator can help once you’ve determined this blended rate.
Overtime for Salaried Employees: A Step-by-Step Guide
It’s a common misconception that salaried employees are never eligible for overtime. [19] The truth is, if a salaried employee is classified as non-exempt, they are legally entitled to overtime pay. [29] The calculation, however, is different from that of an hourly worker. Here’s how it works for a non-exempt employee with a fixed salary who works a fluctuating number of hours.
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Confirm Non-Exempt Status
First and foremost, this process only applies to salaried non-exempt employees. An exempt employee, regardless of hours worked, is not entitled to overtime. [41] This status is determined by the FLSA’s salary and duties tests. [40]
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Calculate the Regular Rate of Pay for the Week
For a salaried employee, the hourly “regular rate” changes each week depending on the number of hours worked. The formula is: Weekly Salary ÷ Total Hours Worked in the Workweek. [45] For example, if an employee earns a $800 weekly salary and works 50 hours, their regular rate for that week is $800 / 50 = $16.00/hour. [45]
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Calculate the Overtime Premium
Since the salary has already paid for all 50 hours at a “straight-time” rate of $16.00/hour, the employee only needs to be paid the additional “half-time” premium for the 10 overtime hours. The formula is: Regular Rate x 0.5. [45] In our example, this would be $16.00 x 0.5 = $8.00. This is the extra premium for each overtime hour.
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Calculate Total Pay
The final step is to add the total overtime premium to the weekly salary. The formula is: Weekly Salary + (Overtime Hours x Overtime Premium). In our example: $800 + (10 overtime hours x $8.00) = $800 + $80 = $880 total pay for the week. [45]
Frequently Asked Questions
Enter your hours and pay rate, select a calculation mode, and see your overtime hours and pay instantly.
Yes! Use daily mode for per-day overtime, weekly for week-based rules, or total hours for your own policy.
1.5× is the most common (time and a half), but you can enter any multiplier your job uses (such as 2× for double time).
Yes, just enter your hourly rate for each calculation.
100% private: all calculations are performed in your browser. Nothing is sent or stored anywhere.
Yes! The calculator is fully responsive and touch-optimized for all devices.
Absolutely! No sign-up, no ads, and no limitations.
Use daily mode, add as many days as you worked, and enter hours for each.
Yes, adjust the regular hours field to match your employer’s policy or local law.
Yes, enter any multiplier—such as 2 for double time or 1.75 for special rates.