California Overtime Calculator 2025
Calculate California overtime pay with the latest 2025 labor laws. Includes daily overtime (8+ hours), weekly overtime (40+ hours), double time (12+ hours), and 7th consecutive day rules for accurate CA overtime calculations.
California Overtime Calculator
Calculate overtime pay, double time, and weekly overtime with CA labor laws
California Overtime Rules (2025)
Daily Overtime Rules
8+ Hours per Day
Time and a half for hours 9-12
12+ Hours per Day
Double time for hours 13+
First 8 Hours
Standard hourly rate
Weekly Overtime Rules
40+ Hours per Week
Time and a half for hours 41+
First 40 Hours
Standard hourly rate
Combined Rule
Daily or weekly - whichever is higher
7th Day Rules
7th Consecutive Day
First 8 hours on 7th day
8+ Hours on 7th Day
Double time for hours 9+ on 7th day
Consecutive Days
Must be consecutive work days
Special Situations
Exempt Employees
Executive, administrative, and professional employees earning at least $70,720 annually (2025) may be exempt from overtime.
Alternative Workweek
Some employers may adopt alternative workweek schedules (e.g., 4x10) with different overtime rules.
Union Agreements
Collective bargaining agreements may have different overtime provisions, but cannot provide less than state minimums.
Healthcare Workers
Healthcare workers may have different overtime rules under certain circumstances and agreements.
California Overtime Examples (2025)
Construction Worker
Hourly Rate: $30.00/hour
Monday-Friday: 10 hours each day
Saturday: 8 hours
Sunday: Off
Weekly Overtime Breakdown
Nurse (12-Hour Shifts)
Hourly Rate: $45.00/hour
Monday: 12 hours
Tuesday: 12 hours
Wednesday: 12 hours
Rest of Week: Off
Weekly Overtime Breakdown
Delivery Driver (7 Days)
Hourly Rate: $22.00/hour
Monday-Saturday: 8 hours each
Sunday (7th day): 10 hours
Total: 58 hours
Weekly Overtime Breakdown
Warehouse Worker
Hourly Rate: $25.00/hour
Monday-Thursday: 10 hours each
Friday: 14 hours (peak season)
Weekend: Off
Weekly Overtime Breakdown
Frequently Asked Questions About California Overtime
California requires overtime pay (1.5x rate) for work over 8 hours in a day OR over 40 hours in a week, whichever is greater. Double time (2x rate) applies for work over 12 hours in a day or over 8 hours on the 7th consecutive workday.
Double time (2x your regular rate) applies when you work more than 12 hours in a single day, or when you work more than 8 hours on the 7th consecutive day of work in a workweek.
Yes, California employers can generally require overtime work. However, they must pay the proper overtime rates. Some industries have specific restrictions on mandatory overtime, particularly healthcare.
Executive, administrative, and professional employees earning at least $70,720 annually (2025) may be exempt if they meet specific duties tests. Most hourly workers and many salaried workers are entitled to overtime pay.
Important California Overtime Information
California overtime laws are among the most worker-friendly in the United States. Employees are entitled to overtime pay for work over 8 hours in a day OR over 40 hours in a week, whichever provides greater compensation. Double time applies for work over 12 hours in a day or over 8 hours on the 7th consecutive day of work. Some employees may be exempt from overtime under specific conditions. This calculator provides estimates based on current CA labor laws and should not be considered legal advice. Consult the California Department of Industrial Relations for official guidance.