What this calculator does

  • Built on official FLSA federal labor standards (29 CFR Part 541).
  • 100% free, no signup — calculations run instantly in your browser.
  • Results include a plain-English interpretation of what the numbers mean.

Hours by Tier

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e.g., CA hours over 12/day or holiday premium.

Pay Breakdown (2× Double Time)

Enter your hours by tier.
Disclaimer. All results are for reference only and are not professional legal or payroll advice. Calculations reflect the FLSA rule restored May 15, 2026 (29 CFR Part 541). State rules may impose stricter requirements.

How this calculation works

Double-time pay is 2× your regular rate. Federal FLSA does not require it — only 1.5× after 40 weekly hours. Double time arises from state law (California), employer policy, union contracts, or holiday premium agreements.

This calculator lets you combine regular, 1.5× overtime, and 2× double-time hours into one total. If you work in California, use the California Overtime Calculator, which automatically applies the 12-hour daily double-time rule.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is double-time pay required by federal law?
No. The FLSA does not require double-time pay. Double time is mandated only by certain state laws (notably California for hours over 12 in a day) or by employer policy, union contracts, or holiday premium agreements.
When is double time paid in California?
California Labor Code § 510 requires 2× pay for hours worked over 12 in a single workday, and for any hours over 8 on the seventh consecutive day of work in a workweek.

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