Federal vs. State Overtime Laws
In the United States, overtime pay is governed by both the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and individual state laws. The FLSA requires employers to pay 1.5 times the regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
However, some states (like California, Alaska, and Nevada) have daily overtime rules or different thresholds. When federal and state laws differ, the employer must follow the rule that provides the most benefit to the employee.
Why Use a State-Specific Calculator?
Generic calculators often miss local nuances. For example, in California, working more than 12 hours in a single day entitles you to "Double Time" (2x pay). Our state-specific tools account for these local regulations to ensure your paycheck calculation is accurate.