How do you calculate time and a half?

Multiply your hourly rate by 1.5. Formula: Time-and-a-half rate = Hourly Rate × 1.5. For $25/hr: $25 × 1.5 = $37.50/hr.

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Calculate your time-and-a-half (1.5×) overtime rate from any hourly wage.

The time-and-a-half rate for $25.00/hr is $37.50/hr. 5 hours at time-and-a-half = $187.50.

Hourly Rate ($)

Time-and-a-Half Hours

Base Rate

$25.00

Time-and-a-Half Rate
$37.50

Time-and-a-Half Pay

$187.50

Time-and-a-Half Calculation

Base Rate $25.00/hr $25.00/hr

Time-and-a-Half Rate (1.5×) $25.00 × 1.5 = $37.50 $37.50/hr

Time-and-a-Half Pay 5 hrs × $37.50 = $187.50 $187.50

What Is Time and a Half?

Time and a half (also written as 1.5×) is the most common overtime pay rate in the United States. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), non-exempt employees must be paid at least 1.5 times their regular rate of pay for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek.

Formula Time-and-a-Half Rate = Hourly Rate × 1.5 1.5×

Source: U.S. DOL — Overtime

Common Time-and-a-Half Rates

Base Rate	1.5× Rate	5 OT Hours	10 OT Hours
$15.00/hr	$22.50	$112.50	$225.00
$20.00/hr	$30.00	$150.00	$300.00
$25.00/hr	$37.50	$187.50	$375.00
$30.00/hr	$45.00	$225.00	$450.00
$50.00/hr	$75.00	$375.00	$750.00

When Does Time and a Half Apply?

Federal (FLSA): After 40 hours in a workweek
California: After 8 hours in a day OR 40 hours in a week
Alaska: After 8 hours in a day or 40 hours in a week
Colorado: After 12 hours in a day or 40 hours in a week
Nevada: After 8 hours in a day (if earning less than 1.5× min wage)

Use our main overtime calculator or California calculator for full state-specific calculations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is time and a half the same as overtime?

Time and a half (1.5×) is the rate at which overtime is typically paid. "Overtime" refers to the hours beyond the threshold (40/week federally). Some states like California also have double time (2×) for hours beyond 12 in a day.

Do I get time and a half on holidays?

The FLSA does not require premium pay for holidays, weekends, or night shifts. Any holiday premium is at the employer's discretion or per a union contract. However, hours worked on holidays still count toward the 40-hour weekly overtime threshold.