ShiftPay

Weekend Shift Calculator

See how a weekend differential adds to your pay.

100% runs in your browser — no upload, no tracking

Estimates use standard overtime math. Not legal or payroll advice — confirm rates and rules with your employer or labor authority.

How overtime is calculated

Overtime pay = overtime hours × hourly rate × multiplier (usually 1.5, sometimes 2). In the US, the federal FLSA sets the threshold at 40 hours per week; California also uses a daily threshold of 8 hours. Shift differentials add a flat dollar amount per hour for night, weekend, or holiday work. Enter your base hours and any night, weekend or holiday hours with their differentials; the calculator adds the premiums.

State & country rules

Overtime thresholds and multipliers vary by location and employer — verify against your local labor law.

FAQ

What is time and a half?

Time and a half means you are paid 1.5 times your normal hourly rate for overtime hours. Double time is 2 times your rate.

When is overtime required in the US?

Under the federal FLSA, nonexempt employees get 1.5x for hours over 40 in a workweek. California also requires overtime over 8 hours in a day.

What is a shift differential?

A shift differential is extra pay per hour for working less desirable shifts, such as nights, weekends, or holidays. It is added on top of your base rate.

Is my pay information uploaded?

No. All math runs in your browser; the numbers you enter never leave your device.

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