Time and a Half Calculator
Calculate overtime pay including time and a half, double time, and triple time rates
Calculate Overtime Pay
Hourly Pay Rates
Your regular hourly wage
Number of Hours Worked
Regular hours (typically up to 40 per week)
Overtime hours at 1.5x rate
Hours at 2x rate (weekends, holidays)
Hours at 3x rate (rare, special circumstances)
Payment Breakdown
Pay by Type
Additional Insights
Formula used: Time and a Half = Standard Rate × 1.5 × Hours
Example: $20/hour × 1.5 = $30.00/hour for overtime
Overtime Pay Analysis
Example Calculation
Typical Workweek with Overtime
Standard Rate: $20/hour
Standard Hours: 40 hours
Overtime Hours (1.5x): 10 hours
Double Time Hours: 0 hours
Calculation Steps
1. Standard Pay = $20 × 40 = $800
2. Time and a Half Rate = $20 × 1.5 = $30/hour
3. Overtime Pay = $30 × 10 = $300
4. Total Pay = $800 + $300 = $1,100
5. Effective Rate = $1,100 ÷ 50 hours = $22/hour
Overtime Rate Quick Reference
Common Overtime Scenarios
Over 40 hours/week
Federal law requires 1.5x pay
Weekends
Often 1.5x or 2x rate
Holidays
Typically 2x rate
Over 12 hours/day
May require 2x (varies by state)
Important Notes
Overtime rules vary by state and industry
Some employees are exempt from overtime pay
California requires double time after 12 hours/day
Check your employment contract for specific terms
Federal law mandates overtime for most workers
Understanding Overtime Pay
What is Time and a Half?
Time and a half is a pay rate that equals 1.5 times an employee's regular hourly rate. It's the most common overtime pay rate required by federal law for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.
When Does Overtime Apply?
- •Working more than 40 hours in a single workweek
- •Working on scheduled days off (may vary by employer)
- •Holiday work (employer-specific policies)
- •Exceeding daily hour limits (in some states)
Overtime Pay Formulas
Time and a Half = Rate × 1.5 × Hours
Example: $20 × 1.5 × 10 = $300
Double Time = Rate × 2 × Hours
Example: $20 × 2 × 5 = $200
Triple Time = Rate × 3 × Hours
Example: $20 × 3 × 2 = $120
Federal Law: The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires employers to pay non-exempt employees overtime for hours worked in excess of 40 in a workweek.
State-Specific Requirements
While federal law sets the minimum standard, many states have additional overtime requirements:
Who is Exempt from Overtime?
Not all employees are entitled to overtime pay. Common exemptions include:
- ✗Executive, administrative, and professional employees (meeting salary threshold)
- ✗Outside sales employees
- ✗Certain computer employees
- ✗Independent contractors
- ✗Certain agricultural workers
- ✗Some transportation workers