Overtime Calculator
Estimate weekly gross pay when part of your hours are paid at time-and-a-half. Change the overtime threshold if your situation uses a rule other than 40 hours.
Overtime quick answer
Answer: This calculator separates hours above the entered weekly overtime threshold and applies an overtime multiplier to those hours.
Formula: Gross pay = regular hours × regular rate + overtime hours × regular rate × overtime multiplier.
Example: At $20/hour, 45 hours with a 40-hour threshold and a 1.5× multiplier produces $950 in modeled gross pay.
Reviewed September 1, 2026 · Methodology
Examples
| Example | Result |
|---|---|
| 45 hours at $20/hour | $950 gross pay |
| 50 hours at $25/hour | $1,375 gross pay |
| 40 hours at $18/hour | $720 gross pay |
Frequently asked questions
How is overtime calculated?
This calculator pays hours up to the threshold at the regular hourly rate and hours above it at 1.5 times the hourly rate.
Is overtime always after 40 hours?
No. Laws, contracts, state rules, and employer policies can differ. The threshold is editable so you can model your own situation.
Does this include taxes?
No. The result is gross pay before taxes, deductions, benefits, or other payroll adjustments.