Сalculating Time And a Half

How to figure time and a half? Use our Time and a Half Calculator.
You can also calculate double time for accurate overtime pay calculation.

What Does Time And a Half Mean?

Time and a half means extra pay at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate for overtime hours. Time and a half example: if your regular rate is $20 per hour, you would earn $30 per hour for overtime.

This extra pay helps compensate for the additional time worked beyond your usual hours. Understanding the 'time and a half' meaning helps you with accurate overtime pay calculation to ensure fair compensation.

How to Figure Time and a Half?

To figure Time and a Half, multiply your regular hourly rate by 1.5. For example, if your rate is $20, your Time and a Half rate is $30 per hour.

Time and a Half Example: If you worked 5 overtime hours, your calculation would be $30 (Time and a Half rate) × 5 hours = $150 for overtime pay.

How to Calculate Double Time?

To calculate Double Time, multiply your regular hourly rate by 2. For example, if your regular rate is $20, your Double Time rate is $40 per hour.

Double Time Example: If you worked 5 hours of Double Time, your calculation would be $40 (Double Time rate) × 5 hours = $200 for Double Time pay.

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