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Time and a Half Pay Calculator

Calculate overtime pay at time and a half (150%) by applying that multiplier to your base hourly rate for the overtime hours worked.

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Your results

Total time and a half pay$192.00
Time and a half hourly rate$48.00

Calculation breakdown

Time and a half
Overtime pay = base hourly rate × 1.5 × overtime hours

Worked example

At a $32 base rate, 4 hours of overtime at time and a half pays $48 an hour, totalling $192.

Assumptions

  • Confirm with your award or agreement that time and a half is the correct multiplier for these hours.

How this calculator works

Enter your base hourly rate and the number of overtime hours worked at time and a half to calculate total overtime pay at 150% of your normal rate. Confirm with your award or agreement that time and a half is the correct multiplier for these hours.

Frequently asked questions

When does time and a half typically apply?

It commonly applies to the first block of overtime hours on a weekday under many awards, before a higher double time rate kicks in.

Is time and a half the same for everyone?

No, the exact multiplier and when it applies depends on your award, enterprise agreement or contract.

How does this differ from double time?

Time and a half pays 150% of the base rate, while double time pays 200%; use the Double Time Pay calculator for that rate.

Actual entitlements can depend on your award, enterprise agreement, contract, employment status and individual circumstances.

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