Quick answer
$20/hour, 40 regular hours plus 8 overtime at 1.5×: $800 + $240 = $1,040 for the week.
How it works
Overtime hours are paid at a higher rate — commonly 1.5× your regular rate after 40 hours in a week under US federal rules.
Formula
Total = (rate × regular hours) + (rate × multiplier × overtime hours)
Assumptions & limitations
- Results are rounded for display.
Formula and assumptions reviewed October 2026 by the Calculyn team. How we build our calculators
Frequently asked questions
Is overtime always 1.5×?
Under US federal law, non-exempt employees get at least 1.5× after 40 hours in a week. Some states and contracts are more generous.