Texas Overtime Calculator
Texas follows the federal rule: 1.5× after 40 hours in a workweek.
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Gross pay before taxes
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50 hours worked
| Pay type | Hours | Rate | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular | 40 | $20.00 | $800.00 |
| Overtime (1.5×) | 10 | $30.00 | $300.00 |
Texas does not have its own overtime law for most private employers. Overtime is governed by the federal Fair Labor Standards Act, which requires 1.5 times the regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
That makes the calculation simple: it does not matter whether you work 8, 10 or 12 hours on a given day. Only the total hours in the workweek count.
Texas overtime rules at a glance
- Overtime starts after 40 hours in a fixed workweek.
- Overtime pay is 1.5× the regular rate of pay.
- Texas law adds no daily overtime and no double-time requirement.
- A workweek is a fixed, recurring period of 168 hours (seven consecutive 24-hour periods).
- Hours are counted per workweek and are not averaged across two weeks for most employees.
How Texas overtime pay is calculated
Add up every hour you worked in the workweek. The first 40 are regular hours. Every hour after that is paid at 1.5 times your regular hourly rate.
Your regular rate is not always your base wage. Certain extra pay, such as non-discretionary bonuses or shift differentials, can raise the regular rate used for overtime. This calculator uses the single hourly rate you enter.
Gross pay = (regular hours × rate) + (overtime hours × rate × 1.5)
Example: 46 hours at $20 an hour
You worked 46 hours in the workweek, however they were spread across the days.
- Regular pay: 40 hours × $20.00 = $800.00
- Overtime pay: 6 hours × $30.00 = $180.00
- Gross pay: $980.00
Who is not eligible for overtime?
Executive, administrative, professional, outside sales and some computer employees can be exempt under federal rules if they meet both a duties test and a salary test. Some jobs have partial or industry-specific exemptions.
Public employers such as cities and counties may follow different rules, including compensatory time off in place of overtime pay. If you work for a government agency, check with your employer or the Texas Workforce Commission.
Frequently asked questions
Does Texas require overtime after 8 hours in a day?
No. Texas follows the federal rule, which counts hours by the week. A 12-hour day is not overtime by itself unless your total for the workweek goes above 40.
Can my employer pay straight time for overtime hours in Texas?
For non-exempt employees, hours over 40 in a workweek must be paid at 1.5 times the regular rate. Paying only the regular rate does not meet the federal requirement. Public agencies may offer compensatory time instead.
Is working weekends or holidays overtime in Texas?
Not by itself. Weekend or holiday work only counts as overtime if it pushes you above 40 hours in the workweek, unless your employer or contract offers more.
Do salaried workers in Texas get overtime?
Only if they do not meet an exemption. Salary alone does not make someone exempt, and both pay level and job duties matter.
Where can I report unpaid overtime in Texas?
Unpaid overtime is generally handled under federal law, so you can contact the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division. The Texas Workforce Commission handles state wage claims under the Texas Payday Law.
Official sources
Overtime calculators for other states
- California overtime calculatorDaily and weekly overtime, plus double time
- New York overtime calculatorWeekly overtime, stricter exemptions
- Florida overtime calculatorFederal weekly rule
- Colorado overtime calculatorDaily (12h) and weekly overtime
This calculator gives an estimate of gross pay for information only. It is not legal advice. Your employer, contract or union agreement may provide more than the minimum rules shown here.