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Ohio Overtime Calculator (2026)
Calculate your FLSA overtime pay at 1.5× your regular rate, see total gross earnings for the week, and estimate take-home pay after all Ohio taxes including federal, state, municipal, Social Security, and Medicare.
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*FLSA 1.5× standard. Not legal or tax advice.
Ohio Overtime Laws & FLSA Rules
Ohio employees are protected by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), which requires non-exempt employees to receive at least 1.5 times their regular rate of pay for all hours worked over 40 in a single workweek.
Key FLSA Overtime Rules for Ohio
| Rule | Detail |
|---|---|
| Overtime threshold | Over 40 hours in a single workweek |
| Minimum OT rate | 1.5× regular rate of pay |
| Daily overtime | Not required in Ohio (unlike California) |
| Exempt employees | Executive, administrative, professional roles above salary threshold generally exempt |
| 2024 FLSA salary threshold | $684/week ($35,568/year) — below this, most employees are non-exempt |
| Comp time (private sector) | Not permitted in place of overtime pay for private employers |
⚠️ Exemption note: Salaried employees earning above the FLSA salary threshold AND performing executive, administrative, or professional duties may be classified as exempt from overtime. Misclassification is common — if you believe you're being denied overtime you're entitled to, contact the U.S. Department of Labor or an employment attorney.
Overtime Pay Reference Table
| Regular Rate | OT Rate (1.5×) | 8 OT Hours Gross | 10 OT Hours Gross |
|---|---|---|---|
| $15.00/hr | $22.50/hr | $180 | $225 |
| $18.00/hr | $27.00/hr | $216 | $270 |
| $20.00/hr | $30.00/hr | $240 | $300 |
| $25.00/hr | $37.50/hr | $300 | $375 |
| $30.00/hr | $45.00/hr | $360 | $450 |
| $35.00/hr | $52.50/hr | $420 | $525 |
| $40.00/hr | $60.00/hr | $480 | $600 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How is overtime calculated in Ohio?
Ohio follows FLSA — non-exempt employees receive 1.5× their regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek. Ohio does not require daily overtime. Each workweek is calculated independently.
How is overtime taxed in Ohio?
Overtime is taxed as ordinary income using the same federal brackets, Ohio state brackets, FICA, and municipal taxes as regular wages. There is no special overtime tax rate, but additional OT income may push annual wages into a higher marginal bracket.
What is the FLSA overtime threshold?
Hours over 40 in a single workweek. The workweek is defined by the employer (e.g., Sunday–Saturday). Each week stands alone — you cannot average hours across two weeks.
Are salaried employees entitled to overtime in Ohio?
Non-exempt salaried employees earning below the FLSA salary threshold ($684/week) are entitled to overtime. Employees meeting both the salary level test and duties test for executive, administrative, or professional exemptions are generally not entitled to overtime.
What is a regular rate of pay for overtime purposes?
The regular rate is the weighted average of all compensation in the workweek excluding overtime premiums. For simple hourly workers it equals the hourly rate. Shift differentials, commissions, and non-discretionary bonuses must be included.
Does Ohio require double time?
No. Ohio follows FLSA and only requires 1.5× for overtime hours. There is no state law mandating double time (2.0×). Some employers offer it as a benefit but it is not legally required.
Can employers require overtime in Ohio?
Yes. Ohio allows employers to require overtime from non-exempt employees. Refusing required overtime can result in discipline up to termination unless a collective bargaining agreement provides otherwise.
Can comp time replace overtime pay in Ohio?
Not in the private sector. Compensatory time in lieu of overtime pay is only permitted for state and local government employees under FLSA Section 7(o). Private employers must pay overtime in cash.
What is the Ohio minimum wage overtime rate for 2026?
The Ohio minimum wage is $10.45/hour in 2026. The minimum overtime rate is therefore $15.68/hour (1.5 × $10.45). Tipped employees have a lower base but overtime is calculated from the full minimum wage.
How does overtime affect Ohio municipal tax?
Overtime pay is subject to the same municipal income tax as regular wages. If you work in Columbus (2.5%), all overtime earnings are taxed at that 2.5% local rate in addition to Ohio state and federal tax.
Overtime Pay Worked Example — Ohio, 2026
You earn $20.00 per hour as a single filer in Cleveland. During a biweekly pay period you work 40 regular hours and 10 overtime hours in each week.
Step 1: Calculate Gross Pay
| Hours | Rate | Gross | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular pay | 80 hrs (40+40) | $20.00/hr | $1,600.00 |
| Overtime pay | 20 hrs (10+10) | $30.00/hr (1.5×) | $600.00 |
| Total Gross | 100 hrs | — | $2,200.00 |
Step 2: Estimate Taxes (Single, Cleveland 2.0%)
| Tax | Calculation | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Federal income tax (annualised) | ~12% bracket | ~$187 |
| Ohio state tax | ~2.9% effective | ~$42 |
| Cleveland municipal (2.0%) | $2,200 × 2% | $44 |
| Social Security (6.2%) | $2,200 × 6.2% | $136.40 |
| Medicare (1.45%) | $2,200 × 1.45% | $31.90 |
| Estimated Net Paycheck | ~$1,758 |
💡 The overtime premium ($600) adds approximately $450 after all taxes — about 75 cents on the dollar. Higher earners in upper brackets keep less of each overtime dollar.
Ohio Overtime Earnings at a Glance (Biweekly, 10 OT Hours)
| Hourly Rate | OT Rate (1.5×) | OT Gross (10 hrs) | Approx. Net OT* |
|---|---|---|---|
| $15/hr | $22.50/hr | $225 | ~$168 |
| $18/hr | $27.00/hr | $270 | ~$202 |
| $20/hr | $30.00/hr | $300 | ~$225 |
| $25/hr | $37.50/hr | $375 | ~$275 |
| $30/hr | $45.00/hr | $450 | ~$325 |
| $40/hr | $60.00/hr | $600 | ~$420 |
*Approximate after 22% federal, ~2.9% Ohio, 2.0% Cleveland municipal, and 7.65% FICA. Actual amounts vary by income level.
Who Is Exempt from Overtime in Ohio?
Not every employee is entitled to overtime under FLSA. Common exemptions that apply to Ohio workers:
| Exemption | Criteria |
|---|---|
| Executive | Manages 2+ employees, primary duty is management, salary ≥$684/week |
| Administrative | Office/non-manual work related to management, exercises discretion, salary ≥$684/week |
| Professional | Requires advanced knowledge in a field of science or learning, salary ≥$684/week |
| Computer employees | Systems analysts, programmers, software engineers earning ≥$27.63/hour or $684/week |
| Outside sales | Primary duty is making sales away from the employer's place of business |
| Highly compensated | Total annual compensation ≥$107,432 and performs exempt duties |
⚠️ Misclassification warning: Being salaried does not automatically mean exempt. Many salaried employees are entitled to overtime if they do not meet both the salary level test and the duties test. The U.S. Department of Labor enforces these rules and allows employees to file complaints for unpaid overtime.
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