Overtime Calculator
Enter your hourly rate and the hours you worked in one week. Hours past the threshold pay at the overtime multiplier — 1.5× past 40 by default, which is the common US federal rule, and both numbers are editable if your situation differs.
The 40-hour, 1.5× rule is the common US federal standard for non-exempt hourly employees, but state law, exemptions, and contracts change who gets overtime and when. Some states require daily overtime or double time. If your paycheck doesn't match what you expect, your state labor department or HR is the right authority — this page just does the arithmetic.
How this is calculated
Regular pay = rate × hours up to the threshold.
Overtime pay = rate × multiplier × hours past the threshold.
Total = regular pay + overtime pay. With the defaults, 45 hours at $20/hr is 40 × $20 + 5 × $30 = $950.
Common questions
Who gets overtime?
In the US, generally non-exempt employees — most hourly workers. Salaried workers can be exempt or non-exempt depending on duties and pay level. The rules have real nuance, so check with your state labor department if you're unsure.
Is overtime calculated per day or per week?
The common federal rule is per workweek: over 40 hours in one week. A few states, like California, also require daily overtime past 8 hours. Set the threshold to match the rule that applies to you.
What's double time?
Pay at 2× your regular rate. It's not required federally in the US but appears in some state rules and union contracts. Set the multiplier to 2 to calculate it.
Does this include taxes?
No. These are gross pay figures before taxes and deductions. Your take-home amount will be lower.