Quick Answer

An employee earning $25/hour who works 40 regular hours and 10 overtime hours at 1.5x receives estimated total pay of approximately $1,375 ($1,000 regular + $375 overtime).

Hourly Rate ($)

Regular Hours

Overtime Hours

Overtime Multiplier

Common Examples

Input	Result
$20/hour, 40 regular, 5 OT at 1.5x	Estimated $950 total ($800 regular + $150 OT)
$25/hour, 40 regular, 10 OT at 1.5x	Estimated $1,375 total ($1,000 regular + $375 OT)
$30/hour, 40 regular, 15 OT at 1.5x	Estimated $1,875 total ($1,200 regular + $675 OT)
$18/hour, 40 regular, 8 OT at 2.0x	Estimated $1,008 total ($720 regular + $288 OT)
$40/hour, 40 regular, 20 OT at 1.5x	Estimated $2,800 total ($1,600 regular + $1,200 OT)

How It Works

This calculator uses the standard overtime pay formula used by employers in the United States under the FLSA:

Regular Pay = Hourly Rate x Regular Hours

Overtime Pay = Hourly Rate x Overtime Multiplier x Overtime Hours

Total Pay = Regular Pay + Overtime Pay

Effective Hourly Rate = Total Pay / (Regular Hours + Overtime Hours)

Where:

• Hourly Rate = the employee’s base pay per hour
• Regular Hours = hours worked at the standard rate (typically 40 per week)
• Overtime Hours = hours worked beyond the regular threshold
• Overtime Multiplier = the rate multiplier for overtime (1.5x is standard under the FLSA, commonly called “time-and-a-half”)

The effective hourly rate represents the blended average rate across all hours worked and is always higher than the base rate when any overtime hours are included. Some states and employers use a 2.0x (double-time) multiplier for certain overtime situations, such as hours exceeding 12 in a single day in California.

Worked Example

For an employee earning $25/hour who works 40 regular hours and 10 overtime hours at 1.5x:

Regular pay = $25 x 40 = $1,000. Overtime rate = $25 x 1.5 = $37.50/hour. Overtime pay = $37.50 x 10 = $375. Total pay = $1,000 + $375 = $1,375. Effective hourly rate = $1,375 / 50 = $27.50/hour.

If the same employee worked those 10 overtime hours at a 2.0x multiplier instead, the overtime rate would be $50/hour, overtime pay would be $500, and total pay would be $1,500 with an effective rate of $30/hour.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the standard overtime rate?

Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the standard overtime rate is 1.5 times the regular hourly rate, often called 'time-and-a-half.' This applies to non-exempt employees who work more than 40 hours in a workweek. Some employers or state laws may require double-time (2.0x) for certain hours.

Who qualifies for overtime pay?

Under the FLSA, non-exempt employees are entitled to overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek. Exempt employees (typically salaried workers meeting certain salary and duty tests) are not entitled to overtime. Classification depends on job duties, salary level, and other factors.

Does this calculator account for taxes?

No. This calculator estimates gross pay before any deductions. Federal income tax, state income tax, Social Security, Medicare, and other withholdings will reduce your take-home pay. Use a salary take-home calculator for after-tax estimates.

Can I change the overtime multiplier?

Yes. The default multiplier is 1.5x (time-and-a-half), which is the FLSA standard. You can change it to 2.0x for double-time calculations or any other multiplier your employer uses. Some union contracts and state laws specify different multipliers for different overtime tiers.

How is the effective hourly rate calculated?

The effective hourly rate is your total pay divided by total hours worked (both regular and overtime). It represents the average amount earned per hour across the entire work period. This rate is always at or above your base rate when overtime hours are included.