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Pennsylvania Overtime Calculator

Pennsylvania follows federal FLSA: 1.5x pay for hours over 40 per week, with no daily threshold or double time.

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PA OVERTIME RULES

Understanding Pennsylvania Overtime Law

Pennsylvania Minimum Wage Act Overtime

Pennsylvania enforces overtime through both the federal FLSA and the Pennsylvania Minimum Wage Act (PMWA). The state law requires 1.5× pay for hours over 40 per week and covers some employees not protected by the FLSA, providing broader protection. In cases where both laws apply, the standard that provides greater benefit to the employee prevails.

No Daily Overtime or Double Time

Pennsylvania does not have daily overtime thresholds or double time provisions. All overtime is calculated on a weekly basis at 1.5× the employee's regular rate. This applies regardless of how many hours you work in a single day.

Broader Coverage Than FLSA

The PMWA covers employers with gross annual revenue of at least $500,000 — a lower threshold than the FLSA's enterprise coverage test. This means some smaller employers in Pennsylvania must pay overtime even if they would be exempt under federal law alone.

Important Note

This information is for reference only. Consult the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry for authoritative state guidance.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Common Questions About Overtime Pay

Pennsylvania's Minimum Wage Act mirrors the FLSA's 40-hour weekly threshold and 1.5× rate, but it covers a broader range of employers, including some small businesses exempt from federal law. The law that provides greater benefit to the employee applies.

Only if they meet both the salary threshold ($684/week) and duties tests under the FLSA or PMWA. Pennsylvania follows the federal exemption criteria. Job title alone does not determine overtime eligibility.

No. Both federal and Pennsylvania law require overtime to be calculated on a single workweek basis. Employers cannot average hours across pay periods to avoid paying overtime.

You can file a wage complaint with the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry's Bureau of Labor Law Compliance, or contact the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division. Pennsylvania law allows recovery of up to 3 years of unpaid wages.

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