Payroll & Work Hours
Time and a Half Calculator
Calculate your overtime pay at time and a half (1.5x your hourly rate). Enter your hourly rate, regular hours, and overtime hours for an instant pay breakdown.
Overtime is paid at 1.5x your regular hourly rate
Pay Breakdown
Regular Pay 0
Overtime Pay (1.5x) 0
Total Pay 0
What is overtime pay at 1.5× my hourly rate?
US overtime (non-exempt) is typically 1.5 × regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek, with state exceptions. This page computes overtime dollars from rate and OT hours. It does not decide if you are exempt, whether bonuses enter the regular rate, or California’s daily OT rules.
Regular rate traps
Shift differentials and some bonuses can raise the regular rate that 1.5× applies to. If payroll is high stakes, the handbook and a payroll person beat this calculator. Related: time card, shift hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is time and a half?
Time and a half means being paid 1.5 times your normal hourly rate for overtime hours. For example, if you earn $20 per hour, your overtime rate is $20 x 1.5 = $30 per hour.
How do I calculate time and a half pay?
Multiply your hourly rate by 1.5 to get your overtime rate, then multiply that by your overtime hours. Add this to your regular pay (hourly rate x regular hours) to get your total pay.
How many hours count as overtime?
This varies by country and employer policy. In the US, federal law (FLSA) generally requires overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek for non-exempt employees. Check your local labor laws and employment contract for your specific overtime threshold.
Is overtime always paid at 1.5x?
Time and a half (1.5x) is the most common overtime rate, but some employers or jurisdictions use double time (2x) for certain circumstances, such as work on holidays or hours beyond a higher threshold. This calculator specifically covers the standard 1.5x rate.
How do I calculate my total pay with both regular and overtime hours?
Total Pay = (Hourly Rate x Regular Hours) + (Hourly Rate x 1.5 x Overtime Hours). This calculator does both parts of the math and shows the breakdown.
Does this calculator account for taxes?
No, this calculator shows gross pay before taxes and other deductions. Your actual take-home pay will be lower after income tax, social security/national insurance, and any other withholdings.
Related Calculators
About these results: Figures are for planning only. Confirm anything you will buy, bill, or submit (materials, payroll, medical screening) against the label, a quote, or a professional.