USA Overtime Pay Calculator

Calculate USA overtime pay at 1.5x regular rate under FLSA — the federal law protecting American workers.

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Free USA Overtime Pay Calculator — FLSA Time-and-a-Half

The USA Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires employers to pay non-exempt workers 1.5x their regular hourly rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. As of 2026, the FLSA salary threshold is $58,656/year — salaried employees earning below this amount are automatically eligible for overtime. Approximately 4.3 million additional Americans become overtime-eligible under the 2024 Department of Labor rule update. Some USA states (California, Alaska, Nevada) require daily overtime after 8 hours. This calculator helps American workers verify their overtime pay is correct under federal FLSA rules.

🇺🇸 USA Overtime Law (FLSA)

The FLSA was enacted in 1938 and is enforced by the USA Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division. It establishes minimum wage ($7.25 federal), overtime pay (1.5x after 40 hours/week), recordkeeping requirements, and child labor standards. Non-exempt employees must receive overtime regardless of employer size. Exempt employees (salaried above $58,656 meeting duties tests) are not eligible. Common USA exemptions include executive, administrative, professional, and outside sales roles.

✨ Key Features

FLSA Compliant

Calculates overtime using the exact 1.5x multiplier mandated by USA federal law (29 U.S.C. § 207).

2026 Threshold

Reflects the updated $58,656/year USA salary threshold for automatic overtime eligibility.

State Rules

Notes state variations — California requires daily OT after 8 hours, not just weekly after 40.

USA FLSA Overtime Rules

1.5x After 40 Hours

USA federal law requires time-and-a-half for all hours over 40 per workweek. A $20/hr worker earns $30/hr for overtime.

$58,656 Threshold

Salaried USA employees earning under $58,656/year are automatically eligible for overtime regardless of job duties.

CA Daily Overtime

California requires USA employers to pay 1.5x after 8 hours/day and 2x after 12 hours/day — stricter than federal law.

No Comp Time

USA private employers cannot offer compensatory time off instead of overtime pay — comp time is only allowed in government employment.

Tips for USA Workers

Track your hours carefully — USA employers must keep records, but having your own records protects you in wage disputes.
If your USA salary is under $58,656/year and you work over 40 hours/week, you are likely owed overtime. Misclassification as exempt is a common FLSA violation.
USA overtime is calculated on the regular rate of pay, which includes commissions, non-discretionary bonuses, and shift differentials — not just base hourly rate.
File a complaint with the USA Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division if your employer is not paying overtime — investigations are confidential and free.
The USA statute of limitations for FLSA overtime claims is 2 years (3 years for willful violations) — do not wait too long to report.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Who qualifies for USA overtime?
All non-exempt USA employees working over 40 hours per workweek. Salaried employees under $58,656/year are automatically non-exempt. Those above must meet specific executive, administrative, or professional duties tests to be exempt.
Is USA overtime pay taxed differently?
No — overtime pay is taxed at the same rate as regular income in the USA. It may push you into a higher marginal tax bracket, but only the additional income is taxed at the higher rate.
Can USA employers deny overtime?
Employers can limit or prohibit overtime hours, but they MUST pay 1.5x for any overtime hours actually worked. Employees cannot waive FLSA overtime rights, even voluntarily.
What is the USA salary threshold for overtime?
As of 2026, the FLSA salary threshold is $58,656/year ($1,128/week). Salaried employees below this amount are automatically eligible for overtime regardless of job title or duties.