Time and a Half Calculator
Enter your hourly rate and hours worked to calculate overtime pay at 1.5× your regular rate — the federal FLSA standard for hours over 40 in a workweek.
- Overtime rate (1.5×)
- $30.00/hr
- Overtime pay
- $150.00
- Regular pay
- $800.00
- Total gross pay
- $950.00
How to calculate time and a half
Time and a half means paying 1.5× the regular hourly rate for qualifying overtime hours. The formula is simple:
Overtime rate = Hourly rate × 1.5
Overtime pay = Overtime rate × Overtime hours
Example: at $20/hour with 5 overtime hours, the overtime rate is $30/hour and overtime pay is $150 on top of regular wages.
When time and a half applies
The U.S. Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires time and a half for non-exempt employees for every hour worked over 40 in a workweek. Some states (like California) and many collective-bargaining agreements add stricter daily-overtime, weekend, or holiday rules — always check local law and your employment contract.
Frequently asked questions
How do you calculate time and a half?
Multiply your regular hourly rate by 1.5. For example, $20/hour becomes $30/hour for overtime. Multiply that overtime rate by the number of overtime hours worked to get overtime pay.
When does time and a half apply?
Under the U.S. Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), non-exempt employees earn time and a half for every hour worked over 40 in a workweek. Some states, employers, or union contracts also apply it to holidays or weekends.
Is time and a half the same as double time?
No. Time and a half is 1.5× your regular rate; double time is 2× your regular rate. Double time typically applies only under state law (like California after 12 hours in a day) or a specific employer policy.
Do salaried workers get time and a half?
Only if they are classified as non-exempt under the FLSA. Most exempt salaried employees (executive, administrative, professional) do not receive overtime pay regardless of hours worked.
This calculator provides estimates for informational purposes only and is not tax, legal, or payroll advice. Verify overtime eligibility and pay with your employer or a qualified professional.