GenzeeOvertime Pay Calculator
Calculate total pay for a period from your regular hourly rate, hours worked, and an overtime multiplier like 1.5x or 2x.
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How overtime pay is typically calculated
Overtime pay is usually the regular hourly rate multiplied by an overtime factor — most commonly 1.5x, known as "time and a half" — applied only to hours worked beyond a standard threshold (often 40 hours a week, though this varies by country and employer policy). Regular hours are paid at the normal rate; only the hours above the threshold get the multiplier.
Why the multiplier varies
1.5x is the most common overtime rate in many jurisdictions' labor law, but some employers or contracts specify 2x ("double time") for hours worked on public holidays, on a designated rest day, or beyond a second, higher threshold in the same week. Always check your specific employment contract or local labor law rather than assuming 1.5x applies universally.
Checking your payslip
This calculator is a useful way to independently verify a payslip: enter the same regular hours, overtime hours and rate your employer used, and confirm the total matches what was actually paid. A mismatch is worth raising with payroll — overtime miscalculations are a common, usually unintentional payroll error, especially in periods with unusual schedules like public holidays.
Frequently asked questions
Is overtime always 1.5x?
No — 1.5x ("time and a half") is common but not universal. Some contracts specify 2x for holidays or after a second threshold. Check your employment contract or local labor law for the exact rate that applies to you.
Does this account for tax on overtime?
No — this calculates gross pay before tax. Overtime pay is typically taxed the same way as regular income, though in some payroll systems it can push a paycheck into a higher withholding bracket for that period specifically, even if annual tax owed is unaffected.
What counts as "overtime hours"?
Hours worked beyond your standard threshold for the pay period — commonly 40 hours a week, but this depends on your contract, industry, and local labor law. Confirm your specific threshold before relying on the result for a payslip dispute.