Overtime Calculator

Calculate your time-and-a-half and double-time earnings. Factor in taxes and deductions to accurately estimate your net take-home pay.

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Total Gross Pay
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Your total earnings before taxes and deductions.
Regular Pay
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Base hourly earnings
Overtime Pay (1.5x)
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Time-and-a-half earnings
Total Deductions
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Taxes + fixed deductions
Net Pay (Take-Home)
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Amount deposited to you

Comparative Hourly Rate Analyzer

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Earnings Projection Schedule

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1. How is Overtime Calculated?

In the United States, under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), eligible non-exempt employees must receive overtime pay for hours worked over 40 per workweek at a rate not less than time and one-half (1.5x) their regular rates of pay. Certain employers or states also offer "double time" (2.0x) for holidays, weekends, or hours worked beyond a daily threshold.

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2. Gross Pay vs. Net Pay

Understanding the difference between what you earn and what you take home is crucial for personal budgeting:

3. Time-and-a-half vs Double Time

When you work standard overtime, your base rate is multiplied by 1.5. If you make $20/hr, your overtime rate becomes $30/hr. In special circumstances (like working on a recognized holiday), you might earn double time. Using a $20/hr base rate, double time pays $40/hr. Our calculator accurately separates these buckets to ensure precise earnings estimations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is overtime calculated daily or weekly?

Federally (in the US), overtime is calculated on a weekly basis (anything over 40 hours in a workweek). However, some states, like California, require overtime to be calculated on a daily basis (anything over 8 hours in a single day).

Why is my overtime taxed higher?

Your overtime pay isn't actually taxed at a higher rate. However, because overtime increases your gross income for that specific pay period, your payroll system may temporarily withhold taxes at a higher bracket, assuming you make that much all year round. It balances out when you file your annual tax return.

What are fixed deductions?

Fixed deductions are static amounts taken from your paycheck regardless of how many hours you work. These usually include health insurance premiums, union dues, or flat-rate retirement contributions.