Understanding and calculating overtime pay is essential for both US employees and employers to ensure fair compensation and legal compliance. In the US, the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires non-exempt employees to receive 1.5 times their regular hourly rate for all hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.
Whether you're an employee confirming your overtime pay or an employer ensuring payroll accuracy, our free US overtime pay calculator helps you compute the right amount quickly and accurately. This tool is based on federal labor laws and is designed for clarity and ease of use.
How the calculation works
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), non-exempt workers must be paid overtime at 1.5 times their regular rate for any hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek. The formula used is:
- Overtime hours = Total hours worked in the week - 40
- Overtime pay = Overtime hours × Regular hourly rate × 1.5
- Total pay = Regular pay (up to 40 hours) + Overtime pay
Our calculator applies this formula step by step, ensuring compliance with federal law. It does not account for state-specific labor laws, which may impose stricter requirements in some cases.
How to use this calculator
- Enter the employee's regular hourly rate.
- Input the total hours worked in the workweek.
- Click the 'Calculate' button to see the total regular pay, overtime pay, and total compensation.
- Review the breakdown to ensure accuracy and compliance with FLSA standards.