Overtime Pay Calculator
How Overtime Pay Works
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), non-exempt employees must receive overtime pay of at least 1.5 times their regular rate for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek. Some states and industries require higher multipliers or have different thresholds.
Use our salary to hourly calculator to find your base rate before calculating overtime, or check your hourly to annual salary with overtime included.
Overtime Pay at Common Hourly Rates
Shows overtime hourly rate (1.5x) and overtime pay for 10 extra hours per week.
| Regular Rate | OT Rate (1.5x) | 10 OT Hours Pay |
|---|---|---|
| $15.00 | $22.50 | $37.50 |
| $18.00 | $27.00 | $45.00 |
| $20.00 | $30.00 | $50.00 |
| $25.00 | $37.50 | $62.50 |
| $30.00 | $45.00 | $75.00 |
| $35.00 | $52.50 | $87.50 |
| $40.00 | $60.00 | $100.00 |
| $50.00 | $75.00 | $125.00 |
Who Qualifies for Overtime Pay?
Under the FLSA, employees are classified as either exempt or non-exempt. Non-exempt employees must receive overtime pay. Generally, employees earning less than $35,568 per year ($684/week) are automatically non-exempt. The Department of Labor periodically updates this threshold.
Common exempt categories include executive, administrative, professional, computer professional, and outside sales employees. If you are unsure about your classification, consult the Department of Labor or use our salary to hourly calculator to understand your effective rate.
Some states, including California, have stricter overtime rules. California requires overtime after 8 hours in a single day, not just after 40 hours in a week. Double time (2x) applies after 12 hours in a day.
Key Overtime Rules by State
| State | OT Threshold | OT Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal (FLSA) | 40 hrs/week | 1.5x | Applies to all non-exempt employees |
| California | 8 hrs/day or 40/week | 1.5x / 2x | Double time after 12 hrs/day |
| Colorado | 12 hrs/day or 40/week | 1.5x | Daily and weekly thresholds |
| Alaska | 8 hrs/day or 40/week | 1.5x | Daily overtime threshold |
| Nevada | 8 hrs/day or 40/week | 1.5x | For workers earning less than 1.5x min wage |
Rules vary. Consult your state's labor department for the most current regulations. Federal rules apply as a baseline.
Overtime Rules by Country
Overtime laws vary significantly worldwide. Select your country for specific rules, rates, and exemptions.
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PhilippinesFrequently Asked Questions
Under the FLSA, overtime must be paid at 1.5 times your regular hourly rate for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek. Some states require higher rates.
It depends on whether they are classified as exempt or non-exempt. Non-exempt salaried employees earning below $35,568/year are entitled to overtime.
Multiply your regular hourly rate by the overtime multiplier (usually 1.5). Then multiply that overtime rate by the number of overtime hours worked.
Federal law calculates overtime on a weekly basis (over 40 hours). Some states like California also require daily overtime (over 8 hours per day).
Double time means being paid 2x your regular rate. It applies in some states (like California after 12 hours/day) and for some holiday work.
No. If you are a non-exempt employee, your employer is legally required to pay overtime under federal and state law.
If you regularly work overtime, it increases your total annual compensation above your base salary. Use this calculator to see the annual impact.
Your base hourly rate stays the same. Overtime hours are simply paid at a higher rate (1.5x or 2x). However, your effective overall hourly rate increases.