Overtime Tax Calculator
Last updated: October 15, 2026
Estimate the gross and take-home value of overtime using an editable withholding rate.
Estimated take-home overtime pay
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- Gross overtime pay: —
- Estimated overtime withholding: —
- Total gross pay for entered hours: —
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Quick summary: Estimate the gross and take-home value of overtime using an editable withholding rate.
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What this calculator estimates
Estimate the gross and take-home value of overtime using an editable withholding rate.
How to use it
Enter Regular hourly rate ($); Regular hours in the pay period; Overtime hours; Overtime multiplier; Estimated withholding rate on overtime (%); Other deductions tied to overtime ($). Select Calculate to update the results.
How the calculation works
Gross overtime equals hourly rate times overtime multiplier times overtime hours. The entered withholding rate and deductions are subtracted to estimate take-home overtime.
Worked example: starting scenario
| Regular hourly rate ($) | 30 |
|---|---|
| Regular hours in the pay period | 40 |
| Overtime hours | 10 |
| Overtime multiplier | 1.5 |
| Estimated withholding rate on overtime (%) | 28 |
| Other deductions tied to overtime ($) | 25 |
| Estimated take-home overtime pay | $299.00 |
|---|---|
| Gross overtime pay | $450.00 |
| Estimated overtime withholding | $126.00 |
| Total gross pay for entered hours | $1,650.00 |
Important limitations
Overtime is not taxed at a unique universal rate. Actual withholding depends on payroll method, total wages, filing information, benefits and state or local rules.