Work out your pay with overtime in seconds. This free overtime calculator shows your regular pay, overtime pay and total at time-and-a-half or double time from your rate and hours.
Results update automatically as you type. Based on gross pay before tax.
How the Overtime Calculator Works
Overtime pay boosts your hourly rate for hours worked beyond your regular schedule, typically at 1.5× or 2× your base rate. This calculator separates your regular and overtime hours, applies the multiplier you choose, and adds both pieces together to show your total gross pay.
Formula: Total Pay = (Regular Hours × Hourly Rate) + (Overtime Hours × Hourly Rate × Overtime Multiplier).
- Hourly pay rate — your base gross pay per hour
- Regular hours — hours worked at your standard, non-overtime rate
- Overtime hours — hours worked beyond your regular schedule
- Overtime multiplier — 1.5× for time-and-a-half or 2× for double time, applied to your hourly rate for overtime hours only
Example Scenarios
| Hourly Rate | Regular Hrs | OT Hrs | Multiplier | Total Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $20.00 | 40 | 6 | 1.5× | $980.00 |
| $18.50 | 40 | 8 | 1.5× | $962.00 |
| $25.00 | 40 | 5 | 2× | $1,250.00 |
| $15.00 | 32 | 10 | 1.5× | $705.00 |
| $30.00 | 40 | 4 | 2× | $1,440.00 |
Overtime Calculator FAQ
What counts as overtime hours under most labor laws?
In many places, hours worked beyond 40 in a single workweek count as overtime, though the exact threshold and rules vary by country, state, and sometimes by industry or job classification. Check your local labor rules or employment contract for the definition that applies to you.What’s the difference between time-and-a-half and double time?
Time-and-a-half pays 1.5 times your regular hourly rate for overtime hours, while double time pays twice your regular rate. Double time is less common and usually reserved for specific situations like holidays or hours worked beyond a higher daily threshold.Does this calculator subtract taxes from my overtime pay?
No, this calculator shows gross pay only — regular pay plus overtime pay before any taxes or deductions. Your actual take-home amount after overtime will be lower once taxes and withholdings are applied.How do I calculate overtime pay for a salaried employee?
First convert the salary to an equivalent hourly rate by dividing it by your typical annual hours, then enter that hourly rate here along with your regular and overtime hours. Note that salaried employees are sometimes exempt from overtime rules depending on their role and jurisdiction.Does working overtime always mean 1.5x pay?
Not necessarily — some employers or contracts use double time for certain hours, such as holidays or hours beyond a daily maximum, while others may not owe overtime at all for exempt positions. Use the multiplier that actually applies to your situation.How is my “regular hours” figure determined if I work a mix of shifts?
Add up all the hours you worked at your standard, non-overtime rate across the pay period, regardless of shift pattern, and enter that total as your regular hours. Any hours beyond your standard threshold go in the overtime hours field instead.Related Calculators
To put your overtime pay into a bigger picture, try the salary calculator to see what your total pay looks like annually, the paycheck calculator to estimate what you’ll actually take home, or the freelance rate calculator if you’re pricing your own hourly work.