Compliance & Scheduling Calculator
US Holiday Work Pay Calculator
Calculate holiday work pay at 2× the regular rate, combined with regular and overtime hours for a federal-holiday shift.
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.
Holiday Shift
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Holiday Pay (2×)
Enter your holiday shift.
$0.00
Total weekly pay
Holiday rate (2×)$0.00
Holiday pay$0.00
Regular pay$0.00
Overtime pay (if >40 hrs)$0.00
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
Federal law does not require private employers to pay a premium for holiday work — only the standard 40-hour weekly overtime rule applies. A 2× holiday rate is a common employer policy and is mandatory for federal employees under 5 U.S.C. 5542.
This calculator models the common 2× holiday premium plus regular and overtime hours. Holiday hours still count toward the weekly 40-hour threshold, so they can trigger additional 1.5× overtime.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is holiday premium pay required by federal law?
No. The FLSA does not require holiday premium pay. Federal employees receive 2× for holiday work under 5 U.S.C. 5542, but private-sector holiday premiums are set by employer policy or contract.
Does working on a holiday count toward overtime?
Yes. Hours worked on a holiday still count toward the 40-hour weekly threshold. If those hours push weekly total over 40, 1.5× overtime is owed in addition to any holiday premium.
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