How does overtime work in California?

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California Overtime Thresholds

Weekly Threshold: 40 hrs/week

Daily Threshold: 8 hrs/day

Overtime Rate: 1.5×; 2× after 12 hrs

Additional Notes: Strictest in the US. Double time after 12 hrs/day or 8 hrs on 7th day

Free California Overtime Calculator

Use our free overtime calculator to find your California overtime pay instantly. Our tool functions as a tax free overtime calculator and factors in California labor laws (1.5x after 8 hours/day or 40 hours/week, 2x after 12 hours/day).

Important Rules for California
California requires 1.5x pay after 8 hours in a single day.
Double time (2x) pay is required after 12 hours in a single workday.
Working 7 consecutive days triggers 1.5x pay for the first 8 hours on the 7th day.
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US federal FLSA: 1.5× applies after 40 hours per workweek for most employees

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about overtime pay laws in California.

How is overtime calculated in California?
In California, overtime is calculated as 1.5 times the regular hourly rate for any hours worked beyond 8 hours in a single workday, or beyond 40 hours in a workweek. Additionally, any hours worked beyond 12 hours in a single workday must be paid at double (2x) the regular rate.
Does California have double time pay?
Yes, California requires employers to pay double time (2 times the regular rate of pay) for all hours worked over 12 hours in any workday, and for all hours worked in excess of eight on the seventh consecutive day of work in a workweek.

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