Overtime Pay Calculator
Work out your total pay for the week — regular hours plus overtime at time-and-a-half or any multiplier — in one quick estimate.
Reviewed by the CalcCafe editorial team · Last updated 1 July 2026 · How we test our tools
Example
At $22/hour, 40 regular hours pay 22 × 40 = $880.00. Six overtime hours at time-and-a-half pay 22 × 1.5 × 6 = $198.00. Add them for a total gross paycheck of $1,078.00 before taxes.
How it works
Regular pay = hourly rate × regular hours. Overtime pay = hourly rate × overtime multiplier × overtime hours. Total pay = regular pay + overtime pay. The multiplier is typically 1.5 (time-and-a-half) but can be 2.0 (double time) or any value your employer uses.
Good to know
Overtime pay rewards the extra hours you put in beyond your normal schedule, and this tool splits your paycheck into its two parts so you can see exactly where the money comes from. Enter your base hourly rate, the regular hours you worked, the overtime hours on top, and the multiplier your employer applies. The most common multiplier in the United States is 1.5, known as time-and-a-half, though some shifts, holidays, or union agreements pay double time at 2.0.
Under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act, most hourly (non-exempt) employees must be paid at least 1.5 times their regular rate for hours worked past 40 in a workweek. Some states add their own rules — California, for example, requires overtime after 8 hours in a single day and double time past 12. Because those thresholds vary, this calculator lets you set the hours and multiplier yourself rather than assuming one rule fits everyone.
The figures here are gross pay: the amount before federal and state income tax, Social Security, Medicare, and any benefit or retirement deductions come out. Your actual take-home will be lower, and a large overtime week can temporarily push more of your pay into a higher withholding bracket, though that evens out over the year. Use the total as a planning number, not a guaranteed net deposit.
If your "regular rate" includes non-discretionary bonuses or shift differentials, your true overtime rate may be slightly higher than base pay × multiplier, since the law bases overtime on a blended regular rate. For a straightforward hourly job, though, the simple formula this tool uses matches what shows up on your paystub.
Frequently asked questions
How is overtime pay calculated?
Multiply your hourly rate by the overtime multiplier (usually 1.5) and then by the number of overtime hours. Add that to your regular pay — hourly rate times regular hours — to get your total gross pay for the period.
What is time-and-a-half?
Time-and-a-half means overtime hours are paid at 1.5 times your normal hourly rate. If you earn $22 an hour, your overtime rate is $33 an hour. Enter 1.5 as the multiplier to use it, or 2.0 for double time.
Is my data uploaded anywhere?
No — this calculator runs entirely in your browser. Your inputs never leave your device, and it works offline once loaded.
Is this calculator free?
Yes, completely free with no sign-up and no limits.
People also ask
When does overtime pay start?
Under U.S. federal law, most non-exempt employees earn overtime after 40 hours worked in a workweek. Some states, such as California, also require overtime after 8 hours in a single day, so check your state's rules.
Is overtime taxed more than regular pay?
Overtime is taxed at the same rates as regular pay, but a big week can push more pay into a higher withholding bracket temporarily, making the paycheck look more heavily taxed. It balances out when you file your annual return.
How do I calculate double-time pay?
Set the overtime multiplier to 2.0. Your overtime rate becomes twice your hourly rate, and the tool multiplies that by your overtime hours to show the double-time portion of your paycheck.
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