Time and a Half Calculator
Calculate overtime pay with time-and-a-half rates for accurate payroll planning
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Understanding Time and a Half Pay
What is Time and a Half?
Time and a half refers to overtime pay that is 1.5 times the regular hourly rate. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), most employees must receive overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.
Key Features:
- Standard overtime rate is 1.5× regular pay
- Applies to hours worked over 40 per week
- Required by federal law for most employees
- Some states have daily overtime requirements
- Exempt employees may not qualify for overtime
Overtime Rate Examples
Time and a Half (1.5×)
Most common overtime rate
$15/hr → $22.50/hr overtime
Double Time (2.0×)
Holidays or excessive overtime
$15/hr → $30.00/hr overtime
Triple Time (3.0×)
Special circumstances or contracts
$15/hr → $45.00/hr overtime
Who Qualifies?
- • Non-exempt employees
- • Hourly workers
- • Some salaried workers under $35,568/year
- • Workers in specific industries
Who's Exempt?
- • Executive employees
- • Administrative workers
- • Professional employees
- • Outside sales personnel
State Variations
- • Some states have daily overtime (8+ hrs)
- • Higher minimum wage requirements
- • Different exempt salary thresholds
- • Additional worker protections
💡 Pro Tips for Employers
- • Track employee hours accurately to ensure compliance
- • Understand your state's specific overtime laws
- • Consider the total cost of overtime vs. hiring additional staff
- • Budget for overtime pay during busy seasons
- • Communicate overtime policies clearly to employees
📊 Calculation Formula
Regular Pay = Regular Hours × Hourly Rate
Overtime Rate = Hourly Rate × Overtime Multiplier
Overtime Pay = Overtime Hours × Overtime Rate
Total Pay = Regular Pay + Overtime Pay
Frequently Asked Questions
Is overtime calculated daily or weekly?
Under federal law, overtime is calculated weekly (40+ hours). However, some states like California require daily overtime pay for work over 8 hours in a day. Check your state's labor laws for specific requirements.
Do all employees get overtime pay?
No, certain employees are exempt from overtime pay, including executives, administrators, professionals, and outside sales personnel who meet specific criteria. The exemption depends on job duties and salary level.
Can employers require overtime work?
Yes, employers can generally require overtime work, but they must pay the appropriate overtime rate. However, some collective bargaining agreements or employment contracts may limit mandatory overtime.
What about holidays and weekends?
Federal law doesn't require extra pay for weekends or holidays unless they result in overtime hours. However, many employers voluntarily offer premium pay (like double time) for holiday work as a benefit.