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Nevada Daily Overtime Calculator 2026: The 8-Hour and 40-Hour Rules

Nevada uses a two-level overtime system. Employees below one-and-one-half times the minimum wage can qualify for daily overtime after eight hours, while higher-paid employees generally use the weekly 40-hour threshold.

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Nevada Daily Overtime Calculator 2026: The 8-Hour and 40-Hour Rules

Quick answer: An employee earning less than 1.5 times Nevada’s minimum wage generally receives time-and-one-half after eight hours in a workday or 40 hours in a workweek. Employees at or above that pay threshold generally receive overtime after 40 weekly hours.

Nevada minimum wage in 2026

Nevada’s statewide minimum wage is $12 per hour in 2026. The pay threshold used for the daily-overtime distinction is therefore $18 per hour, which is 1.5 times the minimum wage.

Employers should still review the current annual bulletin and any future adjustment before running payroll.

Employees earning less than per hour

A covered employee paid less than $18 per hour generally receives one-and-one-half times the regular rate when working more than eight hours in a workday or more than 40 hours in a scheduled workweek.

Employees earning or more

A covered employee earning at least $18 per hour generally receives Nevada overtime after more than 40 hours in a scheduled workweek, rather than under the ordinary daily rule.

Exemptions and special classifications must still be reviewed.

Four 10-hour days

Nevada law provides an exception when the employer and employee mutually agree to a scheduled four-day workweek of 10 hours per day. The arrangement must satisfy the statutory and administrative requirements.

Working beyond the agreed schedule or beyond 40 hours can create overtime.

Examples

Example 1: An employee earns $16 per hour and works 10 hours Monday. Two hours are generally daily overtime.

Example 2: An employee earns $22 per hour and works 10 hours Monday but only 38 hours for the week. The ordinary Nevada daily rule generally does not apply because the pay is at least $18, and weekly hours stay below 40.

Example 3: The $22 employee works 45 hours. Five weekly overtime hours are generally due.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nevada’s 2026 minimum wage?

The statewide minimum wage is $12 per hour.

What is the daily-overtime wage threshold?

At a $12 minimum wage, one-and-one-half times the minimum is $18 per hour.

Do employees earning $18 receive daily overtime?

The ordinary daily rule generally applies to employees earning less than the threshold; employees at or above it generally receive weekly overtime after 40.

Are four 10-hour days allowed?

Yes, when a qualifying mutual agreement and scheduled four-day workweek satisfy Nevada requirements.

Can an employer give comp time instead of overtime?

Nevada regulations generally prohibit substituting compensatory time for private-sector overtime wages.

Official Sources

This article is for general educational purposes and is not legal, tax, accounting, or payroll advice. Federal, state, local, contractual, and industry-specific rules may produce a different result.

Reviewed for accuracy by the OvertimePayUSA editorial team using official labor sources such as the U.S. Department of Labor and state agencies.
Official Sources

This calculator is for educational purposes only. Consult your employer or a labor attorney for advice specific to your situation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can my employer require me to work overtime?
Yes. Employers can require overtime work. However, they must pay the required overtime premium (1.5x or higher per state law) for hours over the threshold. Refusing to work overtime may result in termination, but employers cannot refuse to pay overtime premiums that are legally owed.
What should I do if I think I'm owed unpaid overtime?
Document everything: save pay stubs, time records, emails, and any communications about hours worked. Calculate what you believe is owed. Contact your employer in writing first. If they don't respond satisfactorily, file a complaint with your state Department of Labor or the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division. Consider consulting an employment attorney for large amounts.
Is my salaried position automatically exempt from overtime?
No. Many salaried positions still qualify for overtime pay. Exemption requires: (1) earning above the minimum threshold (~$35,500 federally, varies by state), and (2) spending more than 50% of time in exempt duties (executive, professional, administrative). If unsure, file a wage claim or consult an employment attorney.
Can I get overtime pay if I work multiple jobs?
Federal overtime laws (FLSA) typically count only hours for a single employer. However, some states have more generous rules. Hours worked for different employers at the same time usually don't combine for overtime purposes unless you're an independent contractor. Check your state's Department of Labor for specific rules.
What's the statute of limitations for claiming unpaid overtime?
Federally, you have 2-3 years to file a lawsuit for unpaid wages (3 years for willful violations). State laws vary: California allows 3-4 years, New York allows 6 years. For administrative complaints, the timeframe is often shorter (1-2 years). Act quickly if you believe you're owed wages.
Do I have to be paid for meal breaks?
If you work during a meal break or cannot take a true break away from your workstation, that time must be paid. If you take an actual, uninterrupted break (usually 20+ minutes), it can be unpaid. Rules vary by state—check your state's Department of Labor for specifics.
What is Nevada’s 2026 minimum wage?
The statewide minimum wage is $12 per hour.
What is the daily-overtime wage threshold?
At a $12 minimum wage, one-and-one-half times the minimum is $18 per hour.
Do employees earning $18 receive daily overtime?
The ordinary daily rule generally applies to employees earning less than the threshold; employees at or above it generally receive weekly overtime after 40.
Are four 10-hour days allowed?
Yes, when a qualifying mutual agreement and scheduled four-day workweek satisfy Nevada requirements.
Can an employer give comp time instead of overtime?
Nevada regulations generally prohibit substituting compensatory time for private-sector overtime wages.
⚖️ Statutory Legal Authority: Overtime pay calculations strictly follow the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), 29 U.S.C. § 207 and U.S. Department of Labor (WHD) Regulations 29 C.F.R. Part 778. State daily overtime rules comply with California Labor Code § 510, Colorado COMPS Order #38, and Alaska Stat. § 23.10.060.