Overtime Pay Formula
Regular Pay = regular hours × hourly rate
Overtime Pay = OT hours × (hourly rate × 1.5)
Double Time = DT hours × (hourly rate × 2.0)
Total Gross Pay = Regular + Overtime + Double Time
Effective Hourly Rate = Total Gross / Total Hours
Federal Overtime Law (FLSA)
The Fair Labor Standards Act requires most employers to pay non-exempt employees at least 1.5× their regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a single workweek. There is no federal requirement for daily overtime, but several states (California, Alaska, Nevada) mandate it for hours over 8 per day.
Overtime Examples
| Regular Rate | OT Rate (1.5×) | DT Rate (2×) |
|---|---|---|
| $15/hr | $22.50/hr | $30.00/hr |
| $20/hr | $30.00/hr | $40.00/hr |
| $25/hr | $37.50/hr | $50.00/hr |
| $30/hr | $45.00/hr | $60.00/hr |