Time and a Half Calculator

Use this free time and a half calculator to quickly calculate overtime pay at 1.5x your hourly rate. Ideal for employees, freelancers, and payroll calculations.

Also known as overtime pay calculator or 1.5x pay calculator.

Total Pay
$950.00
OT Pay
$150.00

Regular: $800.00 | Overtime: $150.00 | Total: $950.00

Regular Pay

$800.00

Overtime Pay (1.5x)

$150.00

Total Pay

$950.00

✔ Calculates overtime at 1.5x rate

✔ Works instantly in your browser

✔ No signup required

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What is Time and a Half Pay?

Time and a half pay means your overtime hours are paid at 1.5 times your normal hourly rate. This is why many people call it 1.5x pay. For example, if you earn $20 per hour, your overtime rate becomes $30 per hour. A time and a half calculator makes this math simple by instantly showing overtime pay and total pay based on your hours. It is useful for employees checking overtime before payday, freelancers estimating extra-hour billing, and HR teams reviewing pay totals. If you need to calculate overtime pay quickly without manual formulas, this page works as a fast overtime pay calculator.

How to Calculate Time and a Half

  1. Enter hourly rate.
  2. Multiply by 1.5.
  3. Multiply by overtime hours.
  4. Add regular pay.

Overtime Pay Example

  • Hourly rate: $20
  • Overtime hours: 5
  • OT rate: $30
  • Total OT pay: $150

Who Should Use This Calculator?

  • Employees
  • Freelancers
  • HR / payroll

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What does time and a half mean?

Time and a half means overtime is paid at 1.5 times your normal hourly rate. If your rate is $20/hour, overtime is $30/hour.

How do I calculate 1.5x pay?

Multiply your hourly rate by 1.5 to get the overtime rate, then multiply overtime hours by that rate. Add regular pay to get total pay.

Is overtime always 1.5x?

Not always. Many policies use 1.5x, but some jobs or locations have different overtime rules. Always check your contract or local labor law.

How many hours qualify for overtime?

In many places, overtime starts after 40 hours per week, but some jobs use daily thresholds. Use your workplace policy or local labor rules to confirm overtime eligibility.

Can freelancers use this?

Yes. Freelancers can use this overtime pay calculator to estimate 1.5x pay for extra hours and calculate overtime pay for client billing scenarios.