Overtime Pay Calculator
Calculate your overtime pay. Enter your ordinary hourly rate, the overtime hours worked and the overtime rate (time and a half or double time).
How we estimate this
Overtime is paid at a penalty rate set by your award or agreement, commonly time and a half (1.5x) for the first few hours and double time (2x) after that, or on Sundays and public holidays.
Pricing reviewed: October 2026.
Understanding overtime pays in Australia
Overtime is paid at a penalty rate set by your award or agreement, commonly time and a half (1.5x) for the first few hours and double time (2x) after that, or on Sundays and public holidays.
This shows the gross overtime amount before tax. Check your award or enterprise agreement for the exact rates and when each applies, they vary a lot between industries.
Frequently asked questions
How is overtime pay calculated in Australia?
Your ordinary hourly rate multiplied by the overtime hours and the penalty rate (often 1.5x then 2x). The exact rates come from your award or agreement.
What is the overtime rate in Australia?
It varies by award, but commonly time and a half (1.5x) for the first two or three hours and double time (2x) after that, with higher rates on Sundays and public holidays.
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