What counts as overtime?
Overtime is time worked beyond your standard schedule, usually paid at a premium rate. Many regions mandate 1.5x pay after 40 hours in a week, but rules vary by country, state, and contract.
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Overtime Pay Calculator
Work out exactly what a week of overtime is worth. Enter your hourly rate, standard weekly hours, and overtime hours, then pick a multiplier to see regular pay, overtime pay, and total weekly earnings instantly.
Calculate overtime pay
Figures update as you type. Multiplier defaults to time-and-a-half (1.5x).
Regular pay
$800.00
Rate x standard hours.
Overtime pay
$300.00
Rate x OT hours x multiplier.
Total weekly
$1,100.00
Regular + overtime earnings.
Common multipliers
- 1.5x — time and a half, the standard overtime rate.
- 2x — double time, often for holidays or long shifts.
- 1.25x — used in some shift-premium arrangements.
Worked example
At $20/hour, 40 standard hours, and 10 overtime hours at 1.5x: regular pay is $800, overtime is 10 x $20 x 1.5 = $300, for a total weekly of $1,100.
Don't forget tax
Overtime is taxable income. Use the country salary calculators to see how a higher gross changes your take-home after tax and deductions.
FAQ
Common questions about this calculator.
How is overtime pay calculated?
Multiply your hourly rate by the overtime hours worked, then by the overtime multiplier (commonly 1.5x). Add that to your regular pay (rate x standard hours) for the weekly total.
What is time and a half?
Time and a half is a 1.5x multiplier on your normal hourly rate. A $20/hour worker earns $30 for each overtime hour.
When does overtime apply?
In many places overtime starts after 40 hours in a week, but thresholds and premium rates vary by country, state, and employment contract.
Is overtime taxed differently?
No. Overtime is taxed as ordinary income. A larger gross can push part of your pay into a higher tax band, but the overtime itself is not taxed at a special rate.