About SmartOvertime
Free, accurate overtime pay calculators built for American workers.
Our Mission
SmartOvertime exists to help workers understand and verify their overtime pay. Millions of Americans work overtime every week, but many don't know exactly how their pay should be calculated — especially with different rules across 50 states. We built SmartOvertime to make overtime pay calculations free, instant, and accurate for everyone.
Whether you are an hourly employee checking your paycheck or a small business owner ensuring compliance, our calculators apply the correct federal and state-specific rules so you get a reliable answer in seconds.
Our Data Sources
All overtime rules and calculations on SmartOvertime are based on publicly available federal and state labor regulations:
- U.S. Department of Labor — Overtime Pay — The authoritative source for federal FLSA overtime rules, including the 40-hour weekly threshold and 1.5× rate.
- DOL Overtime Pay Fact Sheet — Detailed guidance on exemptions, salary thresholds, and the duties tests for executive, administrative, and professional exemptions.
- State labor department websites — Each state page references the applicable state labor agency for state-specific rules (e.g., California DLSE, Texas Workforce Commission, New York DOL).
We review our rules data regularly to reflect the latest regulatory changes. However, SmartOvertime is an educational tool — it is not a substitute for legal advice. For authoritative guidance, consult the DOL Wage and Hour Division or a qualified employment attorney.
What We Offer
Overtime Pay Calculator
Our main calculator supports all 50 states with automatic rule detection.
Hourly Calculator
Designed specifically for hourly employees with instant time-and-a-half calculation.
Salaried Calculator
Converts salary to hourly rate and checks FLSA exemption eligibility.
State-by-State Guide
Detailed overtime rules for all 50 states, including daily overtime and double time.
Contact
Have questions, feedback, or suggestions? We would love to hear from you. Reach out at hello@smartovertime.com.