Calculate Your Overtime Pay Instantly
Enter your hourly wage, regular hours, overtime hours, and overtime multiplier to estimate regular pay, overtime pay, and total gross pay before taxes.
Many U.S. overtime rules begin after 40 hours in a workweek, but rules may vary by location and job type.
Overtime Pay Result
Results update automatically as you change wage, hours, or overtime multiplier.
Total Gross Pay
$0.00
Hourly Wage
$0.00
Overtime Rate
$0.00/hr
Regular Hours
0 Hours
Overtime Hours
0 Hours
Regular Pay
$0.00
Hourly wage × regular hours.
Overtime Pay
$0.00
Overtime hours × overtime rate.
Disclaimer: This calculator is for general educational and payroll estimation purposes only. Overtime laws, exemptions, daily overtime, holiday pay, union agreements, state or provincial rules, and employer policies may vary. This tool does not calculate taxes, deductions, benefits, tips, bonuses, commissions, or final paycheck amounts. Always verify with your employer, HR department, payroll provider, labor authority, or qualified professional.
Understanding Overtime Rules: How to Calculate Your Extra Pay
If you are wondering how to calculate overtime pay, the basic idea is simple: multiply your regular hourly wage by the overtime rate multiplier, then multiply that overtime rate by the number of overtime hours worked. For many hourly workers in the United States, overtime is commonly calculated after 40 hours in a workweek.
A time and a half calculator uses a 1.5× multiplier. For example, if your regular hourly wage is $20, your time-and-a-half overtime rate is $30 per hour. If you worked 5 overtime hours, your overtime pay would be $150. This amount is added to your regular pay to estimate your total gross pay before taxes and deductions.
The FLSA overtime rules are a major reference point in the United States. The Fair Labor Standards Act generally requires covered nonexempt employees to receive overtime pay at not less than one and one-half times their regular rate of pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek. However, exemptions, salary basis rules, job duties, state laws, and industry-specific rules can affect eligibility.
Overtime pay for hourly workers can also vary in Canada and across U.S. states. Some jurisdictions may have daily overtime rules, special rules for holidays, or different standards for certain industries. Workers should always compare their paystub against the rules that apply to their province, state, employer, union agreement, or contract.
| Pay Type | Multiplier | Example at $20/hr |
|---|---|---|
| Regular Pay | 1.0× | $20/hr |
| Time and a Half | 1.5× | $30/hr |
| Double Time | 2.0× | $40/hr |
Double time wages are typically calculated at 2× the regular hourly rate. Double time may apply in specific circumstances depending on local law, employment contract, union rules, weekend schedules, holiday policies, or daily overtime thresholds. It is not automatic everywhere, so workers should confirm the exact rule that applies to their workplace.
Paystub checklist for overtime
- Check total hours: Confirm regular and overtime hours are separated correctly.
- Check the multiplier: Make sure overtime is paid at 1.5×, 2×, or the applicable rate.
- Check unpaid breaks: Verify break deductions match your time records.
- Check local rules: Some areas have daily overtime, holiday pay, or special industry rules.
This Overtime Calculator from NodnWebTools is designed for hourly workers, managers, freelancers, and small business owners who need a quick way to estimate regular pay, overtime pay, and total gross pay before payroll deductions. Use it as a planning tool, then confirm official pay with your employer or payroll provider.