Overtime Pay Calculator
Calculate your extra earnings instantly. Find out how much overtime pay you've earned based on your hourly rate and hours worked.
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What Is Overtime Pay?
Overtime pay is the extra compensation employees receive for working beyond standard hours. In most countries, it's calculated as 1.5× (time and a half) or 2× (double time) the regular hourly wage. This ensures fair compensation for extended work hours and helps maintain work-life balance.
How to Calculate Overtime Pay
Overtime Pay = Overtime Hours × Hourly Rate × Overtime Multiplier
Example:
$20/hr × 5 hours × 1.5 = $150 overtime pay
Total weekly pay = $800 (regular) + $150 (overtime) = $950
Overtime Pay Rules by Region
United States (FLSA)
- • Standard: 40 hours/week
- • Overtime Rate: 1.5x regular rate
- • Required for most hourly workers
- • Some exemptions apply
Canada
- • Standard: 44 hours/week (varies by province)
- • Overtime Rate: 1.5x regular rate
- • Some provinces have different standards
- • Specific rules for certain industries
United Kingdom
- • No legal overtime requirement
- • Varies by employment contract
- • Typically 1.5x for overtime
- • Working Time Directive applies
Australia
- • Standard: 38 hours/week
- • Overtime Rate: 1.5x or 2x
- • Varies by award/enterprise agreement
- • Penalty rates may apply
Why Overtime Pay Calculators Are Important
For Employees
- • Verify correct pay on paychecks
- • Plan finances with accurate income projections
- • Understand fair compensation rights
- • Make informed decisions about extra work
For Employers
- • Ensure payroll accuracy
- • Budget for labor costs effectively
- • Maintain compliance with labor laws
- • Plan staffing and scheduling efficiently
Frequently Asked Questions
How is overtime pay calculated?
Overtime pay is calculated by multiplying your regular hourly rate by the overtime multiplier (usually 1.5 for time and a half) and then by the number of overtime hours worked.
What is time and a half pay?
Time and a half means you're paid 1.5 times your regular hourly rate for overtime hours. For example, if you normally earn $20/hour, time and a half would be $30/hour for overtime.
How many hours are considered overtime?
In the US, overtime typically starts after 40 hours in a workweek. However, this varies by country and sometimes by state or province. Always check your local labor laws.
Is overtime pay taxed differently?
Overtime pay is taxed at the same rate as regular income. However, because it increases your total income, it might push you into a higher tax bracket for the year.
Do salaried employees get overtime pay?
It depends on their classification. Exempt salaried employees typically don't receive overtime, while non-exempt salaried employees do. Classification depends on job duties and salary level.