What is Time and a Half overtime pay?

Time and a half is 1.5 times your standard regular hourly pay rate. For example, if you make $20 per hour, your time and a half overtime rate is $30 per hour ($20 × 1.5). Under the FLSA, non-exempt employees must be paid 1.5x for all hours worked exceeding 40 in a workweek.

When does double time pay apply?

Double time pays 2.0 times your standard hourly rate (e.g., $20/hr becomes $40/hr). While federal FLSA law does not mandate double time, some states (like California for hours exceeding 12 in a single day or 8 hours on the 7th consecutive day) and company union contracts require it for holidays, weekends, or excessive shifts.

How is blended regular rate calculated if I have bonuses or commission?

FLSA rules require non-discretionary bonuses and commissions to be added to regular earnings before determining the regular hourly rate for overtime calculation: Regular Rate = (Total Base Pay + Bonuses) / Total Hours Worked.

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Overtime & Time-and-a-Half Calculator

Calculate regular wage, 1.5x overtime pay, 2.0x holiday double-time, and total gross paycheck instantly.

Wage & Working Hours

Regular Hourly Wage ($/hour)

Standard Regular Hours (Per Week)

Overtime Hours (1.5x Rate)$37.50/hr

Double Time (2.0x Holidays)$50.00/hr

Total Gross Pay (Weekly)

$1375.00

Based on 50 total working hours.

Overtime Extra Cash

+$375.00

Effective Average Rate

$27.50/hr

Paycheck Breakdown

Regular Base Pay (40 hrs @ $25/hr):$1000.00

1.5x Overtime (10 hrs @ $37.50/hr):$375.00

Annualized Earnings:$71,500 / yr

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Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Overtime Rules Explained

Under the United States Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and standard labor laws globally, non-exempt hourly employees who work in excess of 40 hours in a single workweek are entitled to overtime compensation at a rate not less than time and one-half (1.5x) their regular rate of pay.

Time and a Half Formula (1.5x)

Overtime Pay = Hourly Wage × 1.5 × Overtime Hours

Example: $20/hr wage yields $30/hr overtime rate.

When Does Double Time (2.0x) Apply?

In specific states (like California after 12 daily hours) and union contracts, work performed on Sundays, designated holidays, or the 7th consecutive workday is compensated at 2.0x regular pay.

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