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Overtime Calculator — Free, Instant & Accurate
Find out exactly how much you earn from extra hours in seconds. This free overtime calculator gives you your regular pay, overtime rate, overtime pay, and total pay for daily, weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly calculations.
Overtime calculator tool
What Is Overtime Pay?
Overtime pay is additional compensation for hours worked beyond a standard threshold. Under the U.S. Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), most non-exempt employees must receive at least 1.5 times their regular rate for hours above 40 in a workweek.
The federal baseline is weekly, but states and contracts can impose stricter rules such as daily overtime, double time, and seventh-day premiums.
How to Calculate Overtime Rate Per Hour — The Formula
Overtime Hourly Rate = Regular Hourly Pay x Overtime Multiplier
Total Overtime Pay = Overtime Hourly Rate x Overtime Hours Worked
Total Pay = Regular Pay + Total Overtime Pay
Time and a half means a 1.5x multiplier. If your base rate is $20/hour, your overtime rate at time and a half is $30/hour.
| Regular Hourly Pay | Time and a Half (x1.5) | Double Time (x2.0) |
|---|---|---|
| $10.00/hr | $15.00/hr | $20.00/hr |
| $15.00/hr | $22.50/hr | $30.00/hr |
| $20.00/hr | $30.00/hr | $40.00/hr |
| $25.00/hr | $37.50/hr | $50.00/hr |
| $30.00/hr | $45.00/hr | $60.00/hr |
| $50.00/hr | $75.00/hr | $100.00/hr |
How to Calculate Overtime Pay — Step by Step
Example: $18 hourly rate, 40 regular hours, 8 overtime hours, 1.5 multiplier.
- 1. Regular pay = $18 x 40 = $720
- 2. Overtime rate = $18 x 1.5 = $27/hour
- 3. Overtime pay = $27 x 8 = $216
- 4. Total pay = $720 + $216 = $936
How to Use the ProFincalu Overtime Calculator
- Step 1: Enter your regular hourly wage before tax.
- Step 2: Choose a pay period and add regular hours for that period.
- Step 3: Enter overtime multiplier and overtime hours to get an instant breakdown of regular pay, overtime pay, and total pay.
Daily, Weekly & Bi-Weekly Overtime Explained
| Pay Period | Standard Threshold | When OT Kicks In |
|---|---|---|
| Daily | 8 hours/day | Hours beyond 8 in a day (state-specific) |
| Weekly | 40 hours/week | Hours above 40 in a workweek (FLSA baseline) |
| Bi-Weekly | 80 hours/2 weeks | Usually tracked as weekly overtime inside payroll period |
| Monthly | ~173 hours/month | Typically back-calculated to weekly equivalents |
Federal law does not require daily overtime, but states like California do. Always follow the law or contract that gives the employee the higher entitlement.
Overtime Exemptions — Who Qualifies?
Exempt employees are not entitled to overtime under FLSA when salary and duties tests are met. Exempt status is based on actual responsibilities and compensation structure, not job title alone.
- Executive, administrative, and professional employees meeting duties tests
- Some outside sales employees
- Certain computer professionals under specific criteria
- Highly compensated employees when all legal conditions are satisfied
A salaried employee may still be non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an overtime calculator?
An overtime calculator is a free online tool that computes how much extra pay you earn for hours worked above your standard schedule. Enter your hourly rate, regular hours, overtime hours, and multiplier to get regular pay, overtime pay, and total pay instantly.
How do I calculate overtime rate per hour?
Multiply your regular hourly pay by your overtime multiplier. For time and a half: Overtime Rate = Regular Hourly Pay x 1.5. Example: $20 per hour x 1.5 = $30 per overtime hour.
What is time and a half?
Time and a half means overtime is paid at 1.5 times your regular hourly wage. Under the U.S. FLSA, this is the minimum overtime rate for most non-exempt employees over 40 hours in a workweek.
How does a bi-weekly overtime calculator work?
Bi-weekly payroll is usually processed every two weeks, but overtime under FLSA is still calculated per individual workweek. If week one has 50 hours and week two has 30 hours, you typically have 10 overtime hours in week one.
How do I calculate daily overtime?
Daily overtime is based on hours over a daily threshold, commonly 8 hours in a day in states like California. Daily overtime rules vary by jurisdiction and can apply even if weekly hours stay under 40.
Are salaried employees eligible for overtime?
Some salaried employees are non-exempt and do qualify for overtime. Exempt status depends on salary basis, salary level, and job duties under FLSA tests, not salary alone.
Does overtime include weekends and holidays?
Under federal FLSA, overtime is based on total weekly hours over 40, not automatically on weekends or holidays. Premium weekend or holiday rates usually come from employer policy, contract, or state law.
Is overtime pay taxed differently?
Overtime wages are taxed under the same tax rules as regular wages. Withholding can appear higher on larger checks, but final tax liability is reconciled when you file your return.