Overtime Calculator

Calculate your overtime pay with different rates for regular overtime, weekends, and holidays.

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Understanding Overtime Pay Calculations

Overtime pay is additional compensation for hours worked beyond the standard workweek. In many jurisdictions, overtime is legally mandated for eligible employees, typically at a higher rate than regular pay.

Standard Overtime Regulations

In the United States, the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) establishes overtime rules:

  • 40-hour workweek: Overtime applies to hours worked beyond 40 in a single workweek
  • 1.5x multiplier: Standard overtime rate is time-and-a-half (1.5 × regular rate)
  • Exemptions: Certain salaried employees may be exempt from overtime

Enhanced Overtime Rates

Many employers offer higher overtime rates for:

Weekend Work

Often paid at 2.0x regular rate for hours worked on Saturdays/Sundays

Holiday Work

Typically 2.5x rate for hours worked on recognized holidays

Double Overtime

May apply after a certain number of overtime hours (e.g., after 12 hrs/day)

Calculating Overtime Pay

The formula for calculating overtime pay is straightforward:

Overtime Pay Formula

Overtime Pay = Overtime Hours × (Regular Hourly Rate × Overtime Multiplier)

Example Calculation

Consider an employee with a $20/hour regular rate who worked:

  • 45 regular hours (5 overtime at 1.5x)
  • 8 weekend hours at 2.0x
  • 6 holiday hours at 2.5x
Pay Type Calculation Amount
Regular Pay 40 hrs × $20 $800.00
Regular OT 5 hrs × ($20 × 1.5) $150.00
Weekend OT 8 hrs × ($20 × 2.0) $320.00
Holiday OT 6 hrs × ($20 × 2.5) $300.00
Total Pay 59 hours $1,570.00

State-Specific Overtime Laws

Some states have additional overtime regulations that may provide greater protections than federal law:

  • California: Daily overtime after 8 hours, double time after 12 hours
  • Colorado: Overtime after 12 hours in a day or 40 in a week
  • Alaska: Overtime after 8 hours in a day

Pro Tip: Tracking Overtime

Keep detailed records of all hours worked, including regular, overtime, weekend, and holiday hours. This helps ensure accurate payment and provides documentation in case of disputes.