Double Time Calculator
Built & reviewed by Nandu Kannan · Overtime rules cited to primary statutes
Double time means 2× your regular hourly rate. Enter your rate and double-time hours to get your double-time rate and pay.
When double time applies
Double time is regular rate × 2. It is primarily a California rule — 2× after 12 hours in a workday, and beyond 8 hours on the 7th straight day worked. Federal law and most states only require time and a half; some employers pay double time on holidays by choice.
Double-time rate = hourly rate × 2
Double-time pay = double-time hours × hourly rate × 2
Frequently asked questions
How do you calculate double time?
Multiply your regular hourly rate by 2 to get your double-time rate, then multiply by the number of double-time hours. Example: $20/hour × 2 = $40/hour; 3 double-time hours × $40 = $120.
When do you get double time?
Double time is mainly a California rule: 2× pay after 12 hours in a single workday, and beyond 8 hours on the 7th consecutive day worked in a workweek. Most states and federal law do not require double time — some employers offer it for holidays voluntarily.
What is double time for $20, $25 and $30 an hour?
Double time is 2× the rate: $20 → $40/hr, $25 → $50/hr, $30 → $60/hr. Enter any rate above for the exact amount.
Does federal law require double time?
No. The federal Fair Labor Standards Act only requires time and a half (1.5×) after 40 hours a week. Double time is set by state law (California) or by your employer or union contract.
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