Overtime Calculator 2026

Overtime pay is additional compensation that employers must provide to eligible employees who work more than 40 hours in a workweek. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), non-exempt employees must be paid at least time and a half (1.5x their regular hourly rate) for all hours worked beyond 40 in a week.

Overtime Pay Rules for 2026

For 2026, the basic overtime rules remain:

• Time and a Half (1.5x): Required for hours worked over 40 in a workweek
• Double Time (2x): Some employers and states require double time for holidays or hours over 12 in a day
• Holiday Pay: Employers may offer premium pay for working on recognized holidays
• Exempt Employees: Certain salaried positions (executive, administrative, professional) are exempt from overtime

Overtime Multiplier Examples