Overtime Rate Calculator
Gross pay estimates only — does not include taxes, deductions, or state-specific rules. Verify overtime requirements with the U.S. Department of Labor.

Overtime Pay Calculator

Enter your hourly rate and total hours worked this week. The calculator applies the standard federal FLSA rule: any hours over 40 are paid at 1.5× your regular rate.

Weekly Pay Inputs

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Regular Hours
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OT Hours
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Total Gross Pay
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Formula Used

Regular Hours = min(Total Hours, 40)
OT Hours = max(Total Hours − 40, 0)
OT Rate = Regular Rate × 1.5
Total Pay = (Regular Hours × Rate) + (OT Hours × OT Rate)

Federal overtime threshold: 40 hours/week per the FLSA. State laws may differ. DOL overtime rules →

Weekly Pay at Common Hour Totals

Based on your hourly rate. Hours over 40 paid at 1.5×.

Total Hours Regular Hours OT Hours OT Pay Total Gross Pay

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the FLSA weekly overtime rule work?

The Fair Labor Standards Act requires employers to pay at least 1.5× the regular rate for all hours worked beyond 40 in a single workweek. Hours worked Monday–Sunday (or the employer's designated workweek) are totaled; anything over 40 is overtime.

What if I work fewer than 40 hours this week?

If your total hours are 40 or below, there is no federal overtime pay obligation. Your gross pay is simply: hourly rate × total hours.

Does this calculator handle daily overtime (e.g. California)?

This page models the standard federal FLSA 40-hour weekly threshold. California and a handful of other states trigger overtime after 8 hours in a single day. If you are in a daily-OT state, use the time-and-a-half calculator on the home page and enter your daily overtime hours directly.

Is overtime pay taxed differently?

Overtime pay is ordinary income and is withheld at your marginal tax rate. Because overtime pushes your weekly income higher, more of it may fall into a higher withholding bracket. This calculator shows gross pay only; consult your payroll department for net-pay estimates.

What is a workweek under the FLSA?

A workweek is any fixed, regularly recurring period of 168 hours (seven consecutive 24-hour periods). Employers can set the workweek start day; it does not have to begin on Monday. See the DOL definition at dol.gov.