Double Time Calculator

Calculate overtime pay at double time (2x) rate. Perfect for holiday pay, Sunday work, and special overtime situations that pay twice your regular rate.

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Double Time Features

Calculate premium overtime pay at double the regular rate

2x Rate Calculation

Automatically calculates overtime pay at 2 times your regular hourly rate. Perfect for holiday work and special overtime situations.

Premium Pay Analysis

See how much extra you earn with double time compared to regular and time-and-a-half pay. Maximize your earnings opportunities.

Holiday Planning

Calculate potential holiday earnings and plan your work schedule. See which holidays offer the best double time opportunities.

When Double Time Applies

Understanding double time pay situations

1

Holiday Work

Many employers offer double time for major holidays like Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Year's Day.

2

Sunday Premium

Some industries and states require double time for Sunday work, especially in retail, hospitality, and healthcare.

3

Special Overtime

Union contracts and specific industries may offer double time for certain shifts, emergency work, or extended hours.

Double Time Examples

Real-world double time calculations

$15/Hour Holiday Work

Christmas Day - 8 Hours

  • • Regular rate: $15/hour
  • • Double time rate: $30/hour
  • • Holiday earnings: $240
  • • Extra vs regular: $120 more

$20/Hour Sunday Shift

Sunday - 10 Hours

  • • Regular rate: $20/hour
  • • Double time rate: $40/hour
  • • Sunday earnings: $400
  • • Extra vs regular: $200 more

$25/Hour Emergency Work

Emergency Call - 6 Hours

  • • Regular rate: $25/hour
  • • Double time rate: $50/hour
  • • Emergency earnings: $300
  • • Extra vs regular: $150 more

Industries with Double Time

Common sectors offering double time pay

Healthcare & Emergency Services

  • Holiday shifts in hospitals
  • Emergency call-outs
  • On-call overtime
  • Critical staffing needs

Retail & Hospitality

  • Major holidays (Christmas, Thanksgiving)
  • Sunday work in some states
  • Extended holiday hours
  • Special event staffing

Calculate Your Double Time Pay

Use our free double time calculator to understand your premium overtime earnings and maximize your holiday and special shift pay.

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