California Overtime Calculator

The California Overtime Calculator helps users accurately compute their total pay by calculating regular, overtime (1.5x), and double-time (2x) earnings based on their inputted hourly rate and worked hours, tailored to their chosen workweek type.

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How to Use the California Overtime Calculator

This step-by-step guide will help you accurately calculate your earnings including overtime and double-time pay using the California Overtime Calculator. Follow the instructions below to input your data and obtain the correct pay calculations.

Step 1: Enter Your Regular Hourly Rate

  • Locate the field labeled “Regular Hourly Rate ($)”.
  • Enter your regular hourly wage in this field.
  • Ensure that the amount you enter is at least $15.50, and use increments of $0.01.

Step 2: Input Regular Hours Worked

  • Find the “Regular Hours Worked” field.
  • Enter the total number of regular hours you have worked.
  • Remember, the value should be between 0 and 168 hours, and it should increment by 0.25 hours.

Step 3: Specify Overtime Hours

  • Look for the “Overtime Hours (1.5x)” field.
  • Provide the number of overtime hours you worked.
  • The value should be in the range of 0 to 168 hours, with a 0.25 increment step.

Step 4: Enter Double Time Hours

  • Scroll to the “Double Time Hours (2x)” field.
  • Input the number of double time hours worked.
  • This number must also be between 0 and 168 hours, using increments of 0.25 hours.

Step 5: Choose Workweek Type

  • Identify the “Workweek Type” selection option.
  • Select the appropriate workweek arrangement you follow: either “Standard (40 hours/week)” or “Alternative (4/10 Schedule)”.

Step 6: Review Calculated Results

After entering all the required information, review the calculated fields below:

  • Regular Pay: This figure will be calculated as your regular hourly rate multiplied by the regular hours worked. It will be formatted in USD.
  • Overtime Pay (1.5x): This is computed as 1.5 times your regular hourly rate, multiplied by overtime hours.
  • Double Time Pay (2x): Calculated by doubling your regular hourly rate and multiplying by double time hours.
  • Total Hours: Displays the sum of your regular, overtime, and double time hours.
  • Total Pay: Shows your total pay, including all forms of compensation, formatted in USD.