Frequently Asked Questions
What is time-and-a-half?
1.5× your regular hourly rate. The FLSA requires this for every hour worked beyond 40 in a week. At $20/hour, that's $30/hour for overtime.
Is double-time required by law?
Not at the federal level. California requires it after 12 hours in a day or 8 hours on your seventh consecutive day. A few other states have limited double-time rules. Some employers offer it voluntarily for holidays or extreme shifts.
Do salaried workers get overtime?
It depends on your salary level and job duties. If your salary is below $684/week ($35,568/year) and your duties don't qualify for an executive, administrative, or professional exemption, you're entitled to overtime regardless of being called "salaried."
Can my employer give comp time instead of overtime?
Not if you work for a private employer. Comp time instead of overtime pay is only legal for government employees. If a private employer offers "time off instead of overtime," that's a violation of federal law.
Does this include taxes?
No. All figures are gross pay. Use AfterTaxSalaryCalc.com for after-tax estimates.
What if my state has different overtime rules?
This calculator uses the federal 40-hour weekly standard. Several states (California, Alaska, Nevada, Colorado) have daily thresholds or higher multipliers. Check your state labor department for rules that may entitle you to more.