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Overtime Pay Calculator

Regular pay plus time-and-a-half, weekly and annual totals.

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How this calculator works

Overtime is where hourly paychecks get interesting: every hour past 40 in a week typically pays time-and-a-half, so ten overtime hours at $25/hour adds $375, not $250. This overtime pay calculator breaks it down: enter your hourly rate, regular and overtime hours, and the multiplier (1.5× is the federal standard), and it shows regular pay, overtime pay, the blended total for the week and the annualized figure if you worked those hours all year.

Know your rights behind the numbers. Under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act, non-exempt employees must receive at least 1.5× their regular rate for hours over 40 per week; some states (like California) add daily overtime rules that are even more generous. "Comp time" instead of overtime pay is illegal in most private-sector jobs. And watch the tax angle: overtime can push you into a higher withholding bracket on that paycheck, but it does not change your annual tax bracket math the way people fear, you only pay the higher rate on the extra dollars. Use the calculator to verify your pay stubs and to decide whether the extra shifts are worth your time.

Frequently asked questions

How is overtime pay calculated?
Overtime rate = hourly rate × 1.5 (federal minimum). Overtime pay = overtime rate × overtime hours. Add regular pay for the total.
Who qualifies for overtime?
Non-exempt employees under the FLSA. Exempt (salaried) workers in qualifying roles are not entitled to overtime, though many employers pay it anyway.
Is double-time required?
Not federally, but California requires 2× after 12 hours in a day or after 8 hours on the 7th consecutive workday. Some union contracts also include it.
Does overtime push me into a higher tax bracket?
Only the extra dollars are taxed at the higher marginal rate, and withholding on a big paycheck often over-withholds. Your annual bracket math is unchanged in principle.
Disclaimer: Results are estimates for planning purposes only and are not financial advice. Actual loan terms, taxes and investment returns vary. Consult a qualified professional before making financial decisions.