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Overtime Pay Calculator
By the Dailycaltor team · formula-verified · last updated July 2026
Regular pay + overtime, in one glance.
Details
Formula
Overtime pay = hourly rate × overtime multiplier × overtime hours. In the US, non-exempt employees earn at least 1.5× their regular rate for hours over 40 in a week under the FLSA.
Worked examples
- $20/hr, 40 regular + 5 OT at 1.5× → $800 + $150 = $950/week.
- $18/hr with 10 OT hours at 1.5× adds $270 to the week.
- Double time: $25/hr × 2 × 4 hrs = $200 extra.
Common mistakes
- Calculating OT on take-home pay instead of the gross hourly rate.
- Assuming salaried always means no overtime — many salaried workers are non-exempt and still qualify.
- Forgetting that some states (like California) require daily overtime after 8 hours, not just weekly.
Source: US FLSA overtime rules. Last updated: July 2026. Educational estimates only.
Questions
How is overtime calculated?
Multiply your hourly rate by the overtime multiplier (usually 1.5) and by the overtime hours, then add regular pay.
What is time and a half of $20?
$30 per hour. Ten OT hours would add $300.
When does overtime start in the US?
Federally, after 40 hours in a workweek for non-exempt employees. Some states add daily rules.
Is overtime taxed more?
No — it is taxed like normal income. Withholding may look higher on a big check, but the annual tax rate is the same.
Do salaried employees get overtime?
Non-exempt salaried employees do. Exemption depends on duties and salary level, not just being on salary.
What is double time?
Twice your regular rate, often for holidays or long shifts — set the multiplier to 2× here.