Overtime Calculator
Calculate your paycheck with accurate overtime and shift rates.
Includes Time & Half, Double Time, and custom shift differentials.
Use This Calculator in Minutes
Estimate total weekly pay from base hours, overtime, double-time, and optional custom shift multipliers.
Common calculations
- Validate overtime pay before payday
- Compare shift options and pay impact
- Estimate effective hourly earnings
You get
- Total weekly pay
- Pay breakdown by rate type
- Effective hourly rate
Quick Result
Estimated total pay
$1,187.50
Effective hourly rate: $26.39
Based on
- • Base rate: $25.00 / hr
- • Regular hours: 40
- • Overtime: 5 hrs @ 1.5x
- • Double time: 0 hrs @ 2x
Base Pay
Overtime & Shifts
Total Gross Pay
Includes Base, Overtime, and Double Time pay.
Total Hours Worked
45
Regular Pay
$1,000.00
40 hours
Total Overtime
$187.50
5 + bonus hours
Effective Rate
$26.39/hr
Blended average
Pay Distribution
Earnings Breakdown
Regular
40 hrs @ $25.00
Overtime
5 hrs @ $37.50
Double Time
0 hrs @ $50.00
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The Economics of Overtime: Know Your Rights and Worth
Key Insights & Concepts
Overtime pay is a critical employment right designed to penalize employers for overworking staff and reward employees for sacrificing their personal time. In the United States, the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) mandates overtime pay, but the rules can be nuanced.
Key Overtime Rules (FLSA)
Weekly vs. Daily
Federal Law: Overtime applies to hours worked over 40 in a week. You can work 14 hours in one day and get zero overtime if your weekly total is under 40.
State Exceptions: California and a few other states require overtime for hours worked over 8 in a single day.
Exempt vs. Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt: Hourly workers who must be paid overtime.
Exempt: Salaried employees (managers, professionals) who are paid a flat salary regardless of hours worked. They are not eligible for overtime.
The "Regular Rate" Trap
Your overtime rate (1.5x) is based on your "Regular Rate of Pay," not just your base hourly wage.
This includes: Shift differentials, non-discretionary bonuses (like production bonuses), and commissions.
(40 hrs x $20) + $100 bonus = $900 total straight time.
Regular Rate = $900 / 40 hrs = $22.50/hr.
Overtime Rate = $22.50 x 1.5 = $33.75/hr (NOT $30/hr).
Double Time Rules
There is no federal requirement for double time. It is purely a benefit offered by employers, union contracts, or specific state laws (e.g., California requires double time after 12 hours in a day). Similarly, "Holiday Pay" (getting paid extra to work Christmas) is a perk, not a federal law.
Frequently Asked Questions
This tool is for illustrative purposes only and does not constitute professional financial, tax, or legal advice. Calculations are estimates and may not reflect real-world variables or local regulations. Always consult with a qualified professional before making financial decisions.
Methodology and Trust
Formulas
Regular pay
Regular Pay = Hourly Rate × Regular Hours
Overtime pay
OT Pay = Hourly Rate × OT Multiplier × OT Hours
Total pay
Total Pay = Regular + Overtime + Double Time + Custom Shift Pay
Effective hourly
Effective Rate = Total Pay / Total Hours