Overtime Pay Calculator
Protect your hard-earned income. Use our professional labor tool to calculate exactly what you're owed for 1.5x and 2x hours under 2026 US regulations.
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Most US non-exempt employees must be paid 1.5x their regular rate for any hours worked over 40 in a single workweek.
Wage Accelerator
Calculate your premium pay for extra hours and double-time sessions.
The 1.5x Multiplier
Under the **Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)**, non-exempt employees must be paid "time and a half" for all hours worked over 40 in a single workweek.
Common US Labor Terms
Non-Exempt Employees
Workers entitled to overtime pay. Usually hourly employees or those earning below a specific salary threshold.
Double Time (2x)
While not federally mandated, some states (like California) and union contracts require 2x pay for specific conditions (e.g., over 12 hours in a day).
Wage Theft Awareness & Protection
Unpaid overtime remains the most common form of wage theft in the United States. Ensure your payroll reflects your actual labor. Use our Annual Salary Simulator to see how consistent overtime impacts your total yearly earnings.
Expert Breakdown: California Overtime Specifics
While most states follow the federal 40-hour workweek standard, California labor law is significantly more protective. In California:
- Daily Overtime (1.5x): You must be paid time-and-a-half for any work over 8 hours in a single day, even if you don't exceed 40 hours in the week.
- Daily Double Time (2x): Work in excess of 12 hours in a single day must be paid at double the regular rate.
- The 7th Day Rule: If you work seven consecutive days, the first 8 hours of the 7th day are paid at 1.5x, and work over 8 hours is 2x.
If you are a salaried employee, you may still be entitled to overtime if you are classified as "Non-Exempt." Check your employment contract and use our Net Pay Tool to calculate your final earnings after these premiums are applied.