What is time and a half pay?

Time and a half means you earn 1.5 times your regular hourly rate for overtime hours. If your regular rate is $20/hour, time and a half is $30/hour. Under the US Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), non-exempt employees must receive 1.5x pay for all hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.

How do I calculate time and a half?

Time and a half rate = regular hourly rate × 1.5. Total pay = (regular hours × regular rate) + (overtime hours × overtime rate). Example: $18/hour regular, 45 hours worked → 40 × $18 + 5 × $27 = $720 + $135 = $855 total.

When does overtime kick in?

Under federal law (FLSA), overtime applies after 40 hours in a 7-day workweek. Some states (like California) also require daily overtime — any hours over 8 in a single day earn 1.5x, and over 12 hours earn 2x (double time). Check your state's specific labor laws.

What is double time pay?

Double time is 2× your regular hourly rate. It typically applies to hours worked over 12 in a single day (in California), on certain holidays, or per union agreements. It is not federally required — federal law only mandates 1.5x for hours beyond 40/week.

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Time and a Half FAQ

Common overtime pay questions answered.

What is time and a half?

Time and a half means earning 1.5× your regular hourly rate for overtime hours. At $20/hour, overtime pays $30/hour. Under the US Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), non-exempt employees must be paid 1.5× for every hour worked beyond 40 in a 7-day workweek.

How do I calculate my overtime pay?

Formula: (Regular hours × Regular rate) + (OT hours × Regular rate × 1.5). Example: $18/hour, 45 hours worked → 40 × $18 + 5 × $27 = $720 + $135 = $855 total. Enter your numbers above and the calculator shows the breakdown instantly.

When does overtime start?

Federal law: overtime starts after 40 hours in a 7-day workweek. California has additional daily overtime: 1.5× after 8 hours in a day, 2× after 12 hours in a day. Some states and union contracts have different thresholds — always check your specific employment agreement.

What is double time?

Double time = 2× your regular hourly rate. It applies in California for hours over 12/day or all hours on the 7th consecutive day of work. Many employers and union contracts also offer double time on holidays. It is not required by federal law — federal law only mandates 1.5× for hours over 40/week.

Do salaried employees get overtime?

Exempt salaried employees earning over $684/week ($35,568/year) in executive, administrative, or professional roles do NOT receive overtime. Non-exempt salaried employees DO qualify — their overtime rate is calculated as (weekly salary ÷ hours expected) × 1.5. If you're unsure of your classification, check with your HR department or the Department of Labor.