Overtime Pay Calculator
Estimate your overtime pay, total pay, and effective hourly earnings based on your hourly rate, overtime hours, and overtime multiplier.
Overview
Use this Overtime Pay Calculator to estimate how much extra gross pay you could earn from overtime work. Enter your hourly rate, regular hours, overtime hours, and overtime multiplier to see your overtime pay, total pay, and average hourly earnings for the pay period.
How it works
The calculator first works out your regular pay by multiplying your hourly rate by your regular hours. It then calculates your overtime hourly rate using the overtime multiplier and applies that rate to your overtime hours. Your total gross pay is the sum of regular pay and overtime pay, and the effective hourly rate is your total pay divided by total hours worked.
How to use this calculator
- 1Enter your standard hourly rate.
- 2Add the number of regular hours worked.
- 3Enter the overtime hours worked in the same pay period.
- 4Set the overtime multiplier, such as 1.5 or 2.
- 5Choose the pay period and review your estimated overtime and total pay.
Example Calculation
Hourly Rate
$20
Regular Hours Worked
40
Overtime Hours Worked
5
Overtime Rate Multiplier
1.5
Pay Period
weekly
Overtime Pay
$150.00
If you earn 20 per hour, work 40 regular hours, and complete 5 overtime hours at time-and-a-half, your overtime pay is 150 and your total gross pay is 950 for the week.
Frequently asked questions
What does this overtime pay calculator estimate?
It estimates your overtime pay, total gross pay, overtime hourly rate, total hours worked, and effective hourly earnings for a pay period.
How do I calculate time-and-a-half overtime?
Time-and-a-half means multiplying your normal hourly rate by 1.5. For example, if your hourly rate is 20, your overtime rate is 30.
Does this calculator include taxes or deductions?
No. It shows gross pay only and does not subtract tax, retirement contributions, insurance, or other payroll deductions.
Can I use this calculator for double time?
Yes. Enter 2 as the overtime multiplier to estimate double-time pay.
What if I have different overtime rates?
This version uses one overtime multiplier for all overtime hours entered. If you receive different rates, calculate each group separately and add the results.
Why is my effective hourly rate different from my normal rate?
Your effective hourly rate averages your regular and overtime pay across all hours worked, so it increases when overtime is paid at a higher rate.
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Assumptions and warnings
Assumptions
- The calculator uses a single overtime multiplier for all overtime hours entered.
- Results are gross pay estimates before tax, pension, insurance, or other deductions.
- Regular and overtime hours are assumed to fall within the same pay period.
- The hourly rate entered is assumed to apply consistently across all regular hours.
Warnings
- This calculator provides an estimate only and is not payroll, legal, or financial advice.
- Overtime rules and pay requirements can vary by employer, contract, industry, and location.