Overtime Calculator

Calculate overtime pay, total weekly earnings, and annual projections. Includes daily hour breakdown, pay period options, and a comparison table for different overtime levels.

Regular Hourly Rate ($)

Regular Hours Per Week

Overtime Hours Per Week

Overtime Multiplier

Pay Period

Total Weekly Pay

$1,375.00

Regular Pay

$1,000.00

Overtime Pay

$375.00

OT Hourly Rate

$37.50

Effective Hourly Rate

$27.50

Weekly Pay

$1,375.00

Weekly Breakdown (Hours Per Day)

Day	Hours	Regular	Overtime
Mon		8.0	0.0
Tue		8.0	0.0
Wed		8.0	0.0
Thu		8.0	0.0
Fri		8.0	0.0
Sat		0.0	5.0
Sun		0.0	5.0
Total	50.0	40.0	10.0

Hours are allocated as regular first (up to 40 hrs/week), then overtime. Total from breakdown: 50.0 hours.

Annual Projection (52 weeks)

Base Annual Pay

$52,000.00

Annual OT Earnings

$19,500.00

Total Annual Earnings

$71,500.00

Overtime adds 37.5% to your base annual pay.

Overtime Comparison at $25.00/hr (1.5x multiplier)

OT Hours/Week	Weekly OT Pay	Total Weekly	Effective Rate	Annual Total
5 hrs	$187.50	$1,187.50	$26.39	$61,750.00
10 hrs(current)	$375.00	$1,375.00	$27.50	$71,500.00
15 hrs	$562.50	$1,562.50	$28.41	$81,250.00
20 hrs	$750.00	$1,750.00	$29.17	$91,000.00
25 hrs	$937.50	$1,937.50	$29.81	$100,750.00
30 hrs	$1,125.00	$2,125.00	$30.36	$110,500.00

How to Use This Overtime Calculator

Enter your regular hourly rate, the number of standard hours per week (typically 40), how many overtime hours you work, and select your overtime multiplier. The calculator instantly shows your regular pay, overtime pay, total weekly earnings, and effective hourly rate. Use the weekly breakdown to input hours for each day and see exactly which hours fall under regular versus overtime. Choose your pay period to see per-paycheck amounts, and review the annual projection and comparison table to understand the long-term impact of overtime work.

Understanding Overtime Laws

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires employers to pay non-exempt employees at least 1.5 times their regular rate for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek. Some states have additional rules: California mandates daily overtime after 8 hours and double time after 12 hours. Always check your state's labor laws to understand your specific overtime rights and thresholds.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is overtime pay calculated?+

Overtime pay is calculated by multiplying your regular hourly rate by the overtime multiplier (typically 1.5x for time-and-a-half) and then by the number of overtime hours. For example, at $25/hour with 10 OT hours at 1.5x: $25 x 1.5 x 10 = $375 in overtime pay.

What is the difference between time-and-a-half and double time?+

Time-and-a-half (1.5x) pays 150% of your regular rate for overtime hours, which is the standard federal overtime rate under the FLSA. Double time (2.0x) pays 200% of your regular rate and is typically offered for holidays, seventh consecutive workday, or hours beyond 12 in a single day in some states like California.

When does overtime start?+

Under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), overtime begins after 40 hours worked in a single workweek for non-exempt employees. Some states have daily overtime rules too -- for example, California requires overtime after 8 hours in a single day and double time after 12 hours.

How do I calculate my effective hourly rate with overtime?+

Your effective hourly rate is your total weekly pay divided by your total hours worked. For example, if you earn $1,000 regular pay + $375 overtime pay = $1,375 total, and you worked 50 total hours, your effective rate is $1,375 / 50 = $27.50/hour.

How much more do I earn annually by working overtime?+

Annual overtime earnings depend on your rate and how consistently you work overtime. At $25/hour with 10 hours of weekly OT at 1.5x for 52 weeks, you'd earn $19,500 more per year on top of your base $52,000 -- a 37.5% increase in total compensation.

Are salaried employees eligible for overtime?+

It depends on whether the employee is classified as exempt or non-exempt. Non-exempt salaried employees are entitled to overtime. As of 2024, employees earning below $43,888 annually are generally non-exempt. Exempt employees (usually managerial or professional roles above the threshold) are not entitled to overtime under the FLSA.