Texas Overtime Calculator
Texas follows the federal rule: overtime at 1.5× your regular rate after 40 hours in a workweek. Enter your daily hours to see your pay.
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Enter the hours worked each day, after unpaid breaks: 8, 8.5, 8:30 or 8h 30m. Need clock-in and clock-out times? Use the time card calculator first.
Texas overtime law
Texas does not have its own overtime law. Overtime for Texas employees is governed by the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Non-exempt employees must be paid at least 1.5 times their regular rate for every hour over 40 in a workweek.
- There is no daily overtime in Texas. A 12-hour day is not overtime by itself.
- There is no double time requirement. Some employers pay it by policy or contract.
- Each workweek stands alone. A workweek is a fixed period of 7 consecutive days, and hours cannot be averaged over two weeks.
Example: a 48-hour week
Four 10-hour days and one 8-hour day at $15.00 an hour is 48 hours: 40 regular hours and 8 overtime hours. Pay: 40 × $15.00 + 8 × $22.50 = $780.00.
Texas minimum wage
The Texas Minimum Wage Act adopts the federal minimum wage, which is $7.25 an hour. Tipped employees may be paid $2.13 an hour in cash wages if tips bring them to at least $7.25 an hour.
Who is exempt?
Salaried executive, administrative and professional employees who meet the federal duties and salary tests are exempt from overtime. Most hourly workers are non-exempt and are owed overtime.
Official sources
- Texas Workforce Commission – Texas Minimum Wage Law
- U.S. Department of Labor – Overtime pay (FLSA)
- U.S. Department of Labor – State minimum wage laws
Last reviewed: November 2026. Laws and wage rates change. This calculator gives estimates for non-exempt hourly employees and is not legal advice. Check with your state labor department or an employment lawyer for your situation.
Frequently asked questions
Does Texas have daily overtime?
No. Texas follows the federal FLSA, which only requires overtime for hours over 40 in a workweek.
Is double time required in Texas?
No. Neither Texas nor federal law requires double time. Some employers pay it under company policy or a union contract.
What is time and a half for $15 an hour?
Time and a half for $15.00 an hour is $22.50 an hour.