🍑 Georgia Overtime Calculator
Estimate weekly overtime pay under Georgia labor rules aligned with the federal Fair Labor Standards Act.
Hours beyond 40 earn time-and-a-half.
How to Use This Calculator
Input Base Hourly Wage
Enter your standard hourly pay rate without overtime multipliers.
Enter Total Weekly Hours
Count all hours worked in the employer-defined workweek.
Run Calculation
The calculator separates regular pay (up to 40 hours) from overtime pay (hours above 40).
Plan Your Budget
Use the breakdown to anticipate paychecks or audit payroll statements.
Formula
Total Pay = (min(40, Hours) × Rate) + (max(0, Hours − 40) × Rate × 1.5)
Regular pay covers up to 40 hours in a workweek.
Overtime rate is 1.5× the base hourly wage for hours above 40.
Georgia law mirrors the federal FLSA for overtime. There’s no daily overtime requirement, but employers may impose stricter policies.
Full Description
Georgia follows federal overtime standards: non-exempt workers earn time-and-a-half when they exceed 40 hours in a fixed workweek. This calculator simplifies the math so employees can verify earnings and track the value of extra shifts.
Employers can also use the tool to forecast labor costs. Combine it with ReadyCalculator’s salary conversion tools for holistic budgeting.
Helpful Insights
- Ensure the workweek definition (e.g., Sunday–Saturday) stays consistent.
- Non-discretionary bonuses and shift differentials increase the regular rate.
- Overtime must be paid even if not preapproved when work is performed.
- Keep detailed timekeeping records to resolve payroll discrepancies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Georgia have daily overtime?
No. Overtime is calculated when total hours exceed 40 in a workweek.
Are salaried employees covered?
Salaried non-exempt employees qualify. Employers must convert salary to an hourly equivalent to compute overtime.
What if I work in multiple states?
Follow the overtime rules of the state where work is performed. Multi-state workers should consult HR for guidance.
How do bonuses affect overtime?
Non-discretionary bonuses raise the regular rate, increasing overtime pay. This calculator does not account for that scenario automatically.