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Break the paycheck into two parts
Calculate regular wages for regular hours, then calculate overtime wages using the applicable overtime rate.
Gross pay = regular hours × rate + overtime hours × overtime rate
Worked example
At $18/hour with 40 regular hours and 6 overtime hours at time and a half, gross pay is $720 + $162 = $882.
Gross pay is not take-home pay
Taxes, insurance, retirement contributions and other deductions may reduce the amount actually received.
Common mistakes
- Using total hours as regular hours and then adding overtime again.
- Assuming deductions are included.
- Using a 1.5 multiplier when a different rule applies.
Frequently asked questions
Can I estimate my paycheck before payroll runs?
Yes, if you know the hourly rate, regular hours, overtime hours and overtime multiplier.
Does the calculator estimate net pay?
The overtime calculator focuses on gross pay.
What if I have different hourly rates?
Calculate each rate separately and combine the results.