Double Time Pay Calculator
Calculate overtime pay at double time (200%) by applying that multiplier to your base hourly rate for the eligible overtime hours worked.
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Calculation breakdown
- Double time
- Overtime pay = base hourly rate × 2 × double time hours
Worked example
At a $32 base rate, 4 hours worked at double time pays $64 an hour, totalling $256.
Assumptions
- Double time commonly applies after extended overtime or on public holidays; confirm under your award.
How this calculator works
Enter your base hourly rate and the number of hours worked at double time to calculate total pay for those hours at 200% of your normal rate. Double time commonly applies to extended overtime or public holidays, depending on your award.
Frequently asked questions
When does double time typically apply?
It often applies after an initial block of time and a half overtime, or for work on a public holiday, depending on the award or agreement.
Does this include public holiday penalty rates?
Use this if your award or agreement specifies a 200% rate for public holidays; otherwise check the Public Holiday Pay calculator on this site.
Can double time and casual loading both apply?
Some awards stack casual loading on top of double time while others do not; confirm the correct treatment in your award.
Editorial review and responsibility
Reviewed by the CalcAussie editorial team on 21 September 2026. Review scope: Method, Australian terminology, material assumptions, source links and user-facing limitations.
Calculator results remain estimates based on the figures entered. Check material decisions against current official information and report a suspected error so it can be reproduced and corrected.
Actual entitlements can depend on your award, enterprise agreement, contract, employment status and individual circumstances.