Time and a Half Calculator

Calculate your overtime pay at 1.5 times your regular hourly rate. Enter your rate and overtime hours below for an instant breakdown.

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What Is "Time and a Half"?

"Time and a half" means you're paid 1.5 times your normal hourly rate for qualifying overtime hours. This is the standard overtime rate required under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) for non-exempt employees who work more than 40 hours in a workweek. The term comes from the math: your regular rate (1x) plus an additional half (0.5x) equals 1.5x total.

Worked Example

An employee earning $24/hour works 45 hours in a week:

  • Regular pay: 40 hours × $24 = $960.00
  • Overtime rate: $24 × 1.5 = $36.00/hr
  • Overtime pay: 5 hours × $36 = $180.00
  • Total weekly pay: $960 + $180 = $1,140.00

Frequently Asked Questions

Is time and a half always exactly 1.5x?

Yes, by definition. "Time and a half" specifically means 1.5 times your regular rate. If you're paid at a higher multiplier (such as 2.0x), that's called "double time" — a different rate with different rules about when it applies. See our double time calculator for that scenario.

When do I get time and a half?

Under federal law, non-exempt employees earn time and a half for any hours worked beyond 40 in a single workweek. Some states also require time and a half on a daily basis — for example, California triggers it after 8 hours in a day. See our daily vs. weekly overtime guide for state-specific rules.

Do salaried employees get time and a half?

It depends on whether you're classified as "exempt" or "non-exempt" under the FLSA. Non-exempt salaried employees are entitled to overtime just like hourly workers. Exempt employees (typically certain administrative, executive, and professional roles that meet specific salary and duty tests) are not entitled to overtime pay.

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