Can part-time employees get overtime?

Part-time employees can qualify for overtime if they are covered non-exempt workers and exceed the applicable overtime threshold.

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Your estimate

Total weekly pay $1,187.50
Regular hours40.00
Overtime hours5.00
Regular pay$1,000.00
Overtime pay$187.50
Effective hourly rate$26.39

This estimate uses a weekly overtime threshold of 40 hours unless stated otherwise.

Quick answer

Part-time employees can qualify for overtime if they are covered non-exempt workers and exceed the applicable overtime threshold.

What this means for your paycheck

Overtime pay depends on hourly rate, total hours, overtime multiplier, worker classification, and applicable federal or state rules. Use the calculator to estimate the numbers, then verify the rule that applies to your job.

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Frequently asked questions

Can part-time employees get overtime?

Part-time employees can qualify for overtime if they are covered non-exempt workers and exceed the applicable overtime threshold.

Can I use the overtime calculator with this guide?

Yes. Enter your hourly rate and weekly hours to estimate the pay effect.