Overtime Pay Calculator US
Calculate overtime pay from your hourly rate, overtime hours and multiplier.
How it works
Compound interest earns returns on both your original money and the returns already added. Adding a regular monthly contribution accelerates growth further over time.
A = P(1 + r/n)^(nt) + contributions compounded monthly- Longer time horizons benefit most from compounding
- More frequent compounding gives slightly higher growth
- The donut shows how much of your final balance is interest vs money you put in.
Frequently asked questions
What is the federal overtime rate?
Under the FLSA, non-exempt employees must earn at least 1.5 times their regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
How is overtime pay calculated?
Multiply overtime hours by 1.5 times your regular hourly rate, then add it to pay for your first 40 hours. At $20/hr, overtime hours are paid at $30.
Who is eligible for overtime?
Non-exempt employees. Salaried workers in certain executive, administrative or professional roles meeting duties and salary tests are exempt and usually are not.
Is overtime based on the day or the week?
Federally, it is based on hours over 40 in a workweek. Some states, such as California, also require daily overtime after 8 hours.
What is double time?
Pay at twice the regular rate. It is not required federally but some states or employer agreements require it in specific situations.
Does my job title decide if I get overtime?
No. Exempt status depends on your actual duties and salary meeting legal tests, not the title alone.
How overtime pay works in the US
Under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), most hourly (non-exempt) employees must be paid at least 1.5 times their regular rate — "time and a half" — for hours worked beyond 40 in a single workweek. This calculator works out overtime and total pay from your rate and hours.
Worked example
At $20 an hour working 46 hours in a week: 40 regular hours × $20 = $800, plus 6 overtime hours × $30 (1.5 × $20) = $180, for $980 total. The overtime premium applies only to the hours above 40.
Who qualifies
Overtime rules cover non-exempt workers. Salaried employees in certain executive, administrative or professional roles who meet duties and salary tests are "exempt" and generally are not entitled to overtime. Whether a role is exempt depends on its actual duties and pay, not just its job title.
State rules can add more
The federal rule is a floor, and some states are more generous. California, for example, requires daily overtime after 8 hours in a day and double time beyond 12, on top of the weekly rule. Always check your state’s law, since the higher standard applies.
Results are estimates for general guidance in United States and may not reflect the latest local rates, fees or rules. Check official sources before making decisions.