Overtime Calculator

Calculate overtime pay instantly. Choose a labour-law preset or use custom overtime thresholds and multipliers.

Overtime Inputs

Federal overtime in the USA generally starts after 40 hours/week at 1.5x.

Overtime Results

$1,225.00
Total Gross Pay
Regular Hours40.00
Overtime Hours6.00
Overtime Basis40h/week
Regular Pay$1,000.00
Overtime Pay$225.00
Total Pay$1,225.00

How to Use

Follow these simple steps

1

Choose a Labour-Law Preset

Start with USA, Canada, Australia, UK, or switch to custom.

2

Enter Hours and Rate

Provide hours worked in the selected day/week period and your hourly wage.

3

Confirm Threshold and Multiplier

Check overtime trigger hours and overtime multiplier (1.5x, 2x, etc.).

4

Review Regular vs Overtime Pay

Validate overtime hours and gross pay before payroll cutoff.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions

When does overtime start in the USA?
Under federal FLSA rules, overtime generally starts after 40 hours in a workweek for non-exempt employees.
Is overtime required by law in the UK?
UK law does not set a universal overtime premium. Overtime rates are usually contract-based, but pay must still respect minimum wage rules.
How do I calculate overtime pay quickly?
Overtime pay = overtime hours × hourly rate × overtime multiplier. This calculator separates regular and overtime pay automatically.
Can I use daily overtime instead of weekly?
Yes. Set the period type to day and use your local daily overtime threshold (for example, 8 hours/day where applicable).