Pretty different from a large portion of time calculators available on our website, this overtime calculator is a free online tool designed to simplify the calculation of your overtime pay based on key inputs like your normal pay rate, overtime multiplier, normal time worked, and overtime worked. This tool ensures you can effortlessly stay informed and better control your additional earnings.

What is Overtime and Overtime Rate?

Overtime refers to the hours worked beyond the standard work hours set by an employer or labor laws. The overtime rate is the pay rate for these extra hours, usually higher than the regular hourly wage.

For example, if your regular pay rate is per hour and your overtime rate is 1.5 times your regular rate (often referred to as "time and a half"), you would earn 150% of the regular rate for each hour of overtime work. These rates are intended to compensate employees for the additional time and effort they put in beyond their usual work schedule.

Common Overtime Rates:

Time and a Half (1.5x): The most common rate; you earn 150% of your hourly wage
Double Time (2x): Typically used for holidays or excessive OT
Triple Time (3x): Rare, but applicable in high-stakes labor or union contracts
Custom Multiples: Some employers offer unique overtime structures—this tool supports all

For example, if your base pay is $20/hour and you work 10 overtime hours at 1.5x, your overtime pay is:

10 × $20 × 1.5 = $300

How to Use Our Overtime Calculator?

Our Overtime Calculator is created to be efficient and user-friendly. Here’s how you can use it to calculate your overtime pay:

Step 1. In the Normal Pay Rate field, enter your regular hourly wage, the amount you get paid for each hour worked during normal hours.

Step 2. Select the rate at which your overtime is paid (e.g., 1.5 for time and a half).

Note on overtime rates: Your overtime rate can vary depending on your location and employer's policies. It could be one of the following:

"Time and a Half": This is 1.5 times your regular hourly rate.
"Double Time": This is twice your regular hourly rate.
Triple Time": This is three times the regular standard rate.
Other Multiples: If your rate differs, select "Other" and enter the specific multiple.

Step 3. Enter the total number of hours you worked within the regular working hours for a day, week, two weeks, or month.

Step 4. Provide the total number of hours you worked beyond your regular schedule that qualify as overtime for the same day, week, two weeks, or month.

Step 5. Once you have entered these details, hit the Calculate button, and the calculator will immediately provide you with your total overtime pay. It’s that simple!

How to Calculate Overtime Pay Manually: Formulas for Overtime Pay

Overtime Formula

It’s simple and easy to calculate overtime pay manually if you understand the basic formula involved. Below is the easy formula to determine the overtime pay:

Overtime Pay = overtime hours worked x hourly wage × overtime multiplier

Note: Your overtime hours are calculated by subtracting the total number of regular hours you have worked (in a day, a week, a month, etc.) from the total number of hours you have worked (in the same period).

For example, if your normal pay rate is $20 per hour, you worked 40 regular hours last week, and 10 overtime hours at a 1.5 multiplier, your calculations would be:

Overtime Pay = 10 x $20 x 1.5 = $300

Total Pay Formula

To determine your total earnings, including overtime, you need to add your overtime wages to your regular pay. Here’s the formula:

Total Pay = Normal Pay + Overtime Pay

To break it down:

Normal Pay is calculated by multiplying your regular hourly wage by the total hours you worked within your standard schedule. Normal Pay = Hourly Wage × Regular Hours Worked
Overtime Pay is calculated by applying the above formula.

Note: You can use our Work Hours Calculator or Time Clock Calculator to determine both your regular and overtime hours by simply inputting your start and end times for the workday

Example:

Base Rate: $20/hour

Regular Hours: 40

Overtime Hours: 5

OT Multiplier: 1.5

Normal Pay = 40 × $20 = $800

Overtime Pay = 5 × $20 × 1.5 = $150

Total Pay = $800 + $150 = $950

Of course, calculating this manually every week can lead to errors or wasted time. That’s why this free calculator exists to take care of the math for you

Why Use This Overtime Calculator?

Fast and accurate results
Supports custom overtime structures
Perfect for hourly workers, payroll departments, freelancers
Easy to print or log your weekly totals
Mobile and desktop friendly
Free and secure, no login required

Combine it with our Work Hours Calculator or Time Clock Calculator to effortlessly track start/end times and generate total hours worked.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common overtime multiplier?

1.5x (time and a half) is the most common, especially for work exceeding 40 hours/week.

How can I find my overtime rate?

Your overtime rate is usually outlined in your employment contract, labor union agreement, or local labor laws. Contact HR if unsure.

How does the Overtime Calculator work?

It uses standard pay formulas based on your input hours worked, break time, hourly rate, and overtime multiplier to calculate your earnings.

Whether you’re working extra hours occasionally or logging overtime every week, staying informed about your compensation is critical. The Overtime Calculator empowers you to track your work and pay with confidence, precision, and convenience.

Stop second-guessing your paycheck. Use this tool to take control of your time, avoid underpayment, and gain peace of mind every week.

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