1. What is California Overtime Calculation?

California overtime law requires employers to pay non-exempt employees 1.5 times their regular rate of pay for hours worked beyond 8 in a day or 40 in a week, and double time for hours beyond 12 in a day.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the California overtime formula:

Where:

• \( OT \) — Overtime pay (dollars)
• \( OH \) — Overtime hours worked
• \( R \) — Regular hourly rate (dollars/hour)

Explanation: California law requires 1.5x pay for the first 8 overtime hours and 2x pay for any hours beyond 8 in a single workday.

3. Importance of Overtime Calculation

Details: Proper overtime calculation ensures compliance with California labor laws and helps employees receive fair compensation for extra hours worked.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter total overtime hours worked and your regular hourly rate. The calculator will compute your overtime pay according to California's specific regulations.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Are all employees eligible for overtime in California?
A: Most hourly employees are eligible, but some salaried exempt employees may not qualify under specific criteria.

Q2: How is daily overtime different from weekly overtime?
A: California requires daily overtime (1.5x) for hours over 8 in a day, while federal law typically only requires overtime for hours over 40 in a week.

Q3: What about double time in California?
A: California requires double time pay for hours worked beyond 12 in a single workday.

Q4: Are there different rules for 7th day worked?
A: Yes, California requires 1.5x pay for the first 8 hours on the 7th consecutive day worked, and 2x pay for hours beyond 8.

Q5: How often should overtime be calculated?
A: Overtime should be calculated for each pay period, typically weekly or bi-weekly, following each completed workweek.