How overtime pay is calculated
Overtime pay is calculated by splitting total hours into regular hours and overtime hours using the threshold you enter. The overtime rate is the hourly rate multiplied by the overtime multiplier.
Example: 45 hours at $20/hour
With a 40-hour threshold and a 1.5 multiplier, 45 total hours produces 40 regular hours and 5 overtime hours.
Regular hours vs overtime hours
The threshold is configurable so you can calculate the arithmetic for the rule, policy or scenario you want to model. Hours up to the threshold are regular hours. Hours above it are overtime hours.
Overtime multiplier
A 1.5x multiplier is a common example, often called time and a half. You can edit the multiplier to calculate other arithmetic scenarios.
What if you work fewer than the threshold?
If total hours are below the threshold, overtime hours are zero and overtime pay is $0. The calculator still shows regular pay for the hours entered.
Does this calculator determine overtime eligibility?
No. This calculator only performs arithmetic based on the values you enter. Workplace rules, contracts, employer policies and applicable laws can vary.
Overtime Pay Calculator FAQ
How do I calculate overtime pay?
Multiply overtime hours by hourly rate times the overtime multiplier, then add regular pay.
What is 1.5 times an hourly rate?
It is hourly rate multiplied by 1.5. For $20/hour, 1.5x is $30/hour.
How much is overtime at $20/hour?
At a 1.5 multiplier, the overtime rate is $30/hour.
What happens if I work fewer than 40 hours?
If the threshold is 40 and total hours are below 40, overtime hours are zero.
Does this include taxes?
No. Results are estimated gross pay before taxes and deductions.
Does this determine whether I qualify for overtime?
No. It is an arithmetic calculator, not a legal eligibility tool.