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 all hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
Overtime Pay = (Hours over 40) × (Regular Rate × 1.5)
Overtime Pay Example
| Hourly Rate | OT Rate (1.5x) | 50-Hour Week Pay |
|---|---|---|
| $15.00 | $22.50 | $825.00 |
| $20.00 | $30.00 | $1,100.00 |
| $25.00 | $37.50 | $1,375.00 |
| $30.00 | $45.00 | $1,650.00 |
| $40.00 | $60.00 | $2,200.00 |
| $50.00 | $75.00 | $2,750.00 |
Who Qualifies for Overtime?
Most hourly workers are eligible. Exempt employees (typically salaried workers earning above $35,568/year who perform executive, administrative, or professional duties) may not be eligible for overtime.
State Overtime Rules
Some states have additional overtime requirements:
- California: Overtime after 8 hours/day AND after 40 hours/week. Double time after 12 hours/day.
- Colorado: Overtime after 12 hours/day or 40 hours/week.
- Alaska: Overtime after 8 hours/day or 40 hours/week.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is overtime pay calculated?
Overtime pay is 1.5 times your regular hourly rate for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek. If you earn $20/hour, your overtime rate is $30/hour.
When do you get overtime pay?
Non-exempt employees earn overtime for hours worked over 40 in a single workweek. Some states also require daily overtime (e.g., California after 8 hours/day).