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Time and a half calculator

Work out your overtime rate at time and a half (1.5x), what the overtime hours pay, your total pay, and the double-time rate. Enter your regular rate and hours.

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Time and a half means your overtime hours are paid at 1.5 times your regular hourly rate. To calculate it, multiply your rate by 1.5, then multiply that by the number of overtime hours. At $20 an hour, time and a half is $30 an hour, so five overtime hours add $150 on top of your regular pay. In the US, the Fair Labor Standards Act requires time and a half for non-exempt employees over 40 hours in a workweek; some states and holidays call for double time (2x), which this calculator also shows.

Time-and-a-half rate

per overtime hour (1.5x your rate)

Overtime pay

Total pay (regular + OT)

Double time rate (2x)

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Time and a half FAQ

How do you calculate time and a half?

Multiply your regular hourly rate by 1.5 to get the overtime rate, then multiply that by the overtime hours worked. For example, $20 an hour times 1.5 is $30 an hour, and five overtime hours pay $150. Add that to your regular pay for the total.

What is time and a half for $20 an hour?

Time and a half for $20 an hour is $30 an hour. Each overtime hour pays $30, so ten overtime hours would add $300 on top of your regular wages for the period.

When does time and a half apply?

In the US, the Fair Labor Standards Act requires time and a half for non-exempt employees for hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Some states have daily overtime rules, and some employers pay overtime for holidays or weekends by policy. Check your local rules and employment agreement.

What is the difference between time and a half and double time?

Time and a half pays 1.5 times your regular rate; double time pays 2 times. Double time is less common and usually applies to specific situations like certain holidays or hours beyond a daily threshold in states that require it. This calculator shows both.

Is overtime calculated on gross or net pay?

Overtime is calculated on your gross hourly rate, before taxes. Taxes are then withheld from the total pay, including the overtime, so your take-home from an overtime hour is less than the gross time-and-a-half rate.

Last updated August 5, 2026