Time and a half (1.5x)
Double time (2.0x)
Triple time (2.5x)
Straight time (1.0x)
Hourly Overtime Rate:$0.00
Total Overtime Earnings:$0.00
function calculateOvertime() {
var regularRate = parseFloat(document.getElementById('regularRate').value);
var multiplier = parseFloat(document.getElementById('otMultiplier').value);
var otHours = parseFloat(document.getElementById('otHours').value);
var resultArea = document.getElementById('otResultArea');
if (isNaN(regularRate) || regularRate <= 0) {
alert("Please enter a valid regular hourly rate.");
return;
}
if (isNaN(otHours) || otHours < 0) {
otHours = 0;
}
var hourlyOtRate = regularRate * multiplier;
var totalOtEarnings = hourlyOtRate * otHours;
document.getElementById('resOtRate').innerHTML = "$" + hourlyOtRate.toFixed(2);
document.getElementById('resTotalOt').innerHTML = "$" + totalOtEarnings.toFixed(2);
resultArea.style.display = 'block';
}
How to Calculate Your Hourly Overtime Rate
Understanding how overtime pay works is essential for ensuring you are compensated fairly for extra hours worked. In most jurisdictions, overtime is defined as any time worked beyond the standard 40-hour workweek. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) sets the baseline for overtime pay for "non-exempt" employees.
The Basic Overtime Formula
To calculate your hourly overtime rate, you need to know your base hourly pay and the multiplier required by your employer or local labor laws. The standard multiplier is 1.5x, often referred to as "time and a half."
Overtime Rate = Regular Hourly Rate × Multiplier
Step-by-Step Calculation Example
Imagine you earn a regular wage of $20.00 per hour and you worked 5 hours of overtime this week at a 1.5x multiplier.
Step 1: Find the OT Rate. $20.00 × 1.5 = $30.00 per hour.
Step 2: Calculate Total OT Pay. $30.00 × 5 hours = $150.00.
Step 3: Add to Regular Pay. If you worked 40 regular hours ($800) + $150 in overtime, your total gross pay is $950.
Common Overtime Multipliers
While 1.5x is the most common rate, there are different scenarios where other multipliers apply:
Time and a Half (1.5x): The standard rate for hours over 40 in a week.
Double Time (2.0x): Often applied to work performed on holidays, Sundays, or after working more than 12 hours in a single workday in specific states like California.
Triple Time (3.0x): Rare, but occasionally offered by employers during critical staff shortages or high-demand holiday shifts.
Important Considerations
When calculating your overtime, keep in mind that "gross pay" is the amount before taxes and deductions. Additionally, some states calculate overtime on a daily basis (e.g., any time over 8 hours in a day) rather than just a weekly basis. Always check your local labor department guidelines or your employment contract for specific rules regarding "non-discretionary bonuses" or commissions, as these can sometimes increase your "regular rate" for overtime calculation purposes.