How to use this calculator
See the hourly overtime rate and total earnings at 150% pay. Enter your values into the fields above. Your result and individual components update immediately without leaving this page.
The formula
Time-and-a-half hourly rate = base rate × 1.5. Extra-hours earnings = adjusted rate × extra hours.
Worked example
A $22 base rate becomes $33 per hour. Six hours at that rate earns $198 before deductions.
Frequently asked questions
What does time and a half mean?
It means 150% of the base hourly wage, or an additional 50% compared with regular pay.
Are overtime thresholds universal?
No. The threshold and whether your work qualifies are determined by applicable employment rules and agreements.
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Important: This calculator provides arithmetic estimates, not employment, tax or legal advice. Check local rules and your own agreement before relying on a payroll figure.