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California Overtime Calculator

Result

Calculated result 220 Based on the values entered.
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California Overtime Calculator Work out your California daily overtime pay. California pays 1.5× your regular rate for hours over 8 in a day and 2× (double time) for hours over 12. Enter your hours worked in a single day and your hourly rate to see your r — free online calculator.

Formula

Pay = (≤8 hrs × rate) + (hrs 8–12 × rate × 1.5) + (hrs over 12 × rate × 2)
  • California Overtime Calculator calculates its result from Hourly rate, Hours worked today. It uses the formula Pay = (≤8 hrs × rate) + (hrs 8–12 × rate × 1.5) + (hrs over 12 × rate × 2). Change any input to recalculate the result instantly.
  • The main inputs are Hourly rate, Hours worked today. Enter them in the units and format shown in the calculator.
  • Use monetary amounts, rates and time periods exactly as labeled; the result reflects the assumptions entered on this page.
  • Changing any input above recalculates the result with the same calculation engine used by this page.

Example: California Overtime

Inputs
  • Hourly rate: 20
  • Hours worked today: 10

Using Hourly rate = 20, Hours worked today = 10, the calculated result is 220.

Sample result: Calculating…

Frequently asked questions

What does the California Overtime calculate?

California Overtime Calculator Work out your California daily overtime pay. California pays 1.5× your regular rate for hours over 8 in a day and 2× (double time) for hours over 12. Enter your hours worked in a single day and your hourly rate to see your r — free online calculator.

Which values should I enter?

Enter Hourly rate, Hours worked today using the units and format shown beside each field.

What formula does this calculator use?

The calculator uses the following relationship: Pay = (≤8 hrs × rate) + (hrs 8–12 × rate × 1.5) + (hrs over 12 × rate × 2).

Why might my result differ from another source?

Results can differ when another source uses different units, rounding rules, conventions or assumptions. Compare the inputs and definitions before comparing results.

Does the result update automatically?

Yes. Changing an input updates the result using the same calculation engine shown on this page.

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Updated: October 7, 2026