Florida Overtime Calculator
2026 Wage & Paycheck Estimator
Calculate your time-and-a-half overtime, net take-home earnings, and FICA deductions under official Florida labor statutes and statutory minimum wage thresholds.
*Preliminary estimate for standard wage earners. Official paycheck deductions vary by IRS Form W-4 elections, pre-tax benefits (401k/health), and local withholdings.
Regulated Earned Wage Access (EWA) apps (like EarnIn or employer-backed DailyPay) let hourly workers draw on completed shifts rather than resorting to high-APR payday loans. Fast-transfer fees or voluntary tips may apply.
Florida Overtime Law Provisions
Governed by federal FLSA 40-hour weekly rule. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the employee's regular hourly rate. Under Florida Constitutional Amendment 2, the statutory minimum wage reached $15.00/hr (effective September 30, 2026). Subsequent annual adjustments will be tied to inflation.
Frequently Asked Questions in Florida
How is time-and-a-half overtime calculated in Florida?
In Florida, multiply your regular base hourly wage by 1.5. For example, if you make $15.00/hr, your overtime rate is $22.50/hr. Any hours worked past 40 hours in a single payroll workweek must be paid at this rate.
Can an employer in Florida refuse to pay overtime?
No. If you are classified as a non-exempt employee, your employer is legally required to pay overtime under both Florida Department of Commerce statutes and federal FLSA regulations, regardless of whether the overtime was pre-approved.
Is overtime pay taxed differently in Florida?
Overtime is taxed as regular earned income. While your paystub may look like more taxes were withheld due to entering a higher weekly tax bracket, any excess withholding is balanced out on your annual tax return.