Overtime Pay Calculator
Estimate Your Overtime Earnings and Take-Home Pay
This free overtime pay calculator helps you determine both your gross and net pay, including overtime hours. By entering your hourly wage, regular hours, overtime hours, and overtime rate, you can quickly estimate how much extra income you earn from overtime work.
Overtime pay is often calculated at a higher rate than regular wages, but tax deductions can make take-home pay harder to predict. This calculator simplifies the process by applying estimated federal and state tax percentages to your total earnings.
Use this tool to plan your budget, understand paycheck deductions, or compare job offers that include overtime opportunities. PaycheckTools provides this calculator free to use, with no account required.
Overtime Pay Calculator FAQs
How is overtime pay calculated?
Overtime pay is calculated by multiplying your hourly wage by the overtime rate multiplier (commonly 1.5×), then multiplying that amount by the number of overtime hours worked. This calculator adds overtime pay to regular earnings to show total gross pay.
When does overtime pay usually apply?
In the United States, overtime pay generally applies to hours worked over 40 hours per week for non-exempt employees. Specific overtime rules may vary by state law or employer policy.
Does this overtime pay calculator include taxes?
Yes. You can enter estimated federal and state tax rates, and the calculator will apply them to your gross pay to estimate your net take-home income. Actual payroll deductions may differ.
Can salaried employees earn overtime pay?
Some salaried employees may qualify for overtime depending on their job duties and classification. This calculator is primarily designed for hourly workers, as overtime rules for salaried employees can be more complex.
Is overtime always paid at 1.5×?
Most overtime is paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate, but some employers offer double time in special situations. You can adjust the overtime rate multiplier to match your pay policy.