Overtime Calculator
Calculate your overtime pay, regular pay, and total compensation. This calculator follows FLSA overtime rules with time-and-a-half (1.5x) for hours over 40 per week and double time (2x) for certain situations.
Pay Summary
Hours Breakdown
Rate Information
Understanding Overtime Pay
Overtime pay is compensation for hours worked beyond the standard workweek. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), most employees must receive overtime pay at a rate of one and one-half times their regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
FLSA Overtime Rules
Federal Overtime Requirements
Covered Employees
- Non-exempt employees
- Work for private employers
- Work for state/local governments
- Federal employees (some exceptions)
Overtime Rate
- Time and a half (1.5x regular rate)
- For hours over 40 per week
- Applies to all hours worked
- Includes commissions and bonuses
Overtime Calculation Methods
Hourly Rate Method
Overtime = Regular Rate × 1.5 × Overtime Hours
Example: $20/hr × 1.5 × 5 hours = $150
Salary Method
Regular Rate = Annual Salary ÷ 2080
Overtime = Regular Rate × 1.5 × OT Hours
Piece Rate Method
Must earn at least minimum wage
Overtime premium on top of piece rate
Exempt vs. Non-Exempt Employees
| Category | Overtime Eligible | Examples | Salary Threshold |
|---|---|---|---|
| Executive | Exempt | CEO, CFO, COO | $844/week |
| Administrative | Exempt | Office managers, accountants | $844/week |
| Professional | Exempt | Doctors, lawyers, teachers | $844/week |
| Non-Exempt | Eligible | Retail workers, servers, laborers | N/A |
State Overtime Laws
| State | Overtime Threshold | Overtime Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | 8 hours/day, 40/week | 1.5x | Double time after 12 hours |
| New York | 40 hours/week | 1.5x | Some local variations |
| Texas | 40 hours/week | 1.5x | Follows federal rules |
| Florida | No state overtime | N/A | Federal rules apply |
Special Overtime Situations
Double Time
- Hours over 12 in a day (CA)
- 7th consecutive day of work
- Holidays and special occasions
- By company policy
Compensatory Time
- Instead of overtime pay
- Government employees
- Time off at 1.5x rate
- Cannot exceed limits
Calculating Overtime for Salaried Employees
Regular Rate Calculation
For salaried non-exempt employees
Step 1: Determine Workweek
Fixed workweek (e.g., Monday-Friday)
Or any fixed 7 consecutive days
Step 2: Calculate Regular Rate
Annual Salary ÷ 52 weeks ÷ 40 hours
Or Salary ÷ Hours worked in week
Step 3: Calculate Overtime
Regular Rate × 1.5 × Overtime Hours
Add to regular salary
Step 4: Total Compensation
Regular Salary + Overtime Pay
Must meet minimum wage requirements
Overtime Pay Requirements
Record Keeping
- Hours worked each day/week
- Total hours per pay period
- Overtime hours worked
- Pay rates and calculations
Payment Rules
- Pay on regular payday
- Cannot waive overtime rights
- Must be included in regular wages
- Subject to income tax withholding
Key Takeaways
- FLSA requires time-and-a-half for hours over 40 per week
- Most employees are eligible for overtime pay
- Executive, administrative, and professional employees may be exempt
- States may have stricter overtime laws
- Double time applies in certain situations
- Salaried employees can earn overtime
- Accurate record keeping is essential
- Overtime pay is subject to income taxes
- Employers cannot require overtime waivers
- Consult DOL for specific situations