Overtime pay calculator
Overtime Calculator
Estimate weekly gross pay from regular hours and overtime hours. This overtime calculator uses your hourly wage, regular hours, overtime hours and overtime multiplier to show regular pay, overtime pay and an annualized gross pay estimate.
Estimate gross overtime pay before taxes and deductions
Overtime can make a paycheck look much different from a normal work week. Use this calculator to compare regular pay, time-and-a-half overtime, double time and total weekly gross pay before estimating take-home pay with a paycheck calculator.
The default example uses a $25 hourly wage, 40 regular hours and 5 overtime hours at 1.5x. You can adjust the inputs to match your work schedule or compare different overtime scenarios.
Overtime pay breakdown
This table separates regular pay from overtime pay so you can see how much of the weekly total comes from extra hours.
| Item | Calculation | Estimated amount |
|---|---|---|
| Regular hourly rate | Entered hourly wage | $25.00 |
| Overtime hourly rate | $25.00 × 1.5x | $37.50 |
| Regular pay | 40 hours × $25.00 | $1,000.00 |
| Overtime pay | 5 hours × $37.50 | $187.50 |
| Total weekly gross pay | Regular pay + overtime pay | $1,187.50 |
| Monthly gross estimate | Annualized gross pay ÷ 12 | $5,145.83 |
| Annualized gross estimate | Weekly gross pay × 52 | $61,750.00 |
How overtime pay is calculated
Overtime pay is commonly estimated by multiplying the regular hourly wage by an overtime multiplier and then multiplying that overtime rate by overtime hours worked. A common overtime rate is time and a half, or 1.5 times the regular hourly rate.
Time and a half example
If a worker earns $25.00 per hour and overtime is paid at 1.5x, the estimated overtime rate is $37.50 per overtime hour. With 5 overtime hours, estimated overtime pay is $187.50.
Regular pay vs overtime pay
Regular pay is based on regular hours at the normal hourly wage. Overtime pay is based on extra hours at a higher multiplier. Keeping these separate can make it easier to understand why a paycheck is higher during weeks with extra hours.
Gross pay vs take-home pay
This calculator estimates gross pay before taxes and deductions. Actual take-home pay may be lower after federal income tax, state income tax, Social Security, Medicare, insurance, retirement contributions and other payroll deductions.
Important limitations
Overtime rules can vary by employer, state, job type, union agreement and labor law. This calculator does not determine legal overtime eligibility and does not replace payroll, legal or tax advice.
Frequently asked questions
What does 1.5x overtime mean?
1.5x means time and a half. For example, a $20 hourly wage becomes $30 per overtime hour before taxes and deductions.
Does this calculator show take-home overtime pay?
No. It shows gross overtime pay. To estimate after-tax pay, use a paycheck calculator and include the higher weekly or annual gross pay estimate.
Is overtime always paid after 40 hours?
Not always. Overtime rules can depend on location, job classification, employer policy and other details. This calculator lets you enter the regular and overtime hours you want to estimate.
Can I use double time?
Yes. Select 2x double time from the multiplier field to estimate a double-time scenario.