Basic overtime formula
Overtime hours = max(0, weekly paid hours - overtime threshold)
If your regular rate is $20 and your multiplier is 1.5x, the overtime rate is $30 per hour. Two overtime hours would estimate to $60 of overtime pay.
Example pay table
| Rate | OT hours | Multiplier | OT pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| $18 | 2 | 1.5x | $54 |
| $20 | 3 | 1.5x | $90 |
| $25 | 4 | 2x | $200 |
Important notes
- Some rules use daily overtime, weekly overtime, or both.
- Breaks may be paid or unpaid depending on policy and local rules.
- Bonuses, shift differentials, or local requirements can change the regular rate calculation.
This page is only a general planning tool. Confirm overtime rules with your employer, payroll provider, or local labor authority.