Hours Calculator · Practical guide
Time and a Half Pay Calculator
Your overtime rate is 1.5x your hourly pay. Rate tables from $15 to $30 and worked weekly paycheck examples.
At a glance
What Time and a Half Means
Time and a half is your hourly rate multiplied by 1.5 — the standard overtime premium. At $20 an hour your overtime rate is $30; at $15 it is $22.50. Under the federal FLSA, most hourly workers earn it for every hour beyond 40 in a workweek.
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Enter your own values, then compare the result with the examples below.
Results
Time and a Half Rates
| Hourly Rate | Time and a Half | OT Pay for 5 Extra Hours |
|---|---|---|
| $15 | $22.50 | $112.50 |
| $18 | $27.00 | $135.00 |
| $20 | $30.00 | $150.00 |
| $25 | $37.50 | $187.50 |
| $30 | $45.00 | $225.00 |
Worked Example: 45 Hours at $20
Work 45 hours in a week at $20 an hour and your check has two parts: 40 regular hours x $20 = $800, plus 5 overtime hours x $30 = $150, for a gross total of $950. Those 5 extra hours pay as much as 7.5 regular hours.
When Overtime Kicks In
Federal law triggers overtime after 40 hours in a week; some states, including California, also require it after 8 hours in a day. Where both apply, the calculation uses whichever produces more overtime. Enter your shifts, rate, and thresholds above — the calculator totals regular hours, overtime hours, and pay at 1.5x automatically.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is time and a half required on weekends?
Not under federal law. The FLSA only requires overtime after 40 hours in a workweek, though some contracts and state laws add weekend or holiday premiums.
Do salaried workers get time and a half?
Usually not if they are exempt. Nonexempt salaried employees still qualify — their regular rate is salary divided by expected hours.
Is overtime taxed more?
No. Overtime is taxed as ordinary income like the rest of your paycheck; a larger check may withhold more, but the rate itself is not higher.
What is double time?
Double time pays 2x the hourly rate. It is not federally required, but some employers and states apply it to holidays or hours beyond 12 in a day.