Time and a Half Calculator — North Carolina 2026
Calculate overtime pay for North Carolina workers. North Carolina minimum wage: $7.25/hr. Overtime required after 40 hours per workweek under federal FLSA.
Quick Answer
At $25/hour in North Carolina, your time-and-a-half rate is $37.50/hour. Working 10 overtime hours/week adds $375 gross per week — $18,750/year at 50 weeks. North Carolina minimum wage: $7.25/hr. Overtime applies after 40 hours in a workweek under federal FLSA. North Carolina income tax (4.25%) applies to overtime pay.
Your Work Details
FLSA overtime applies after 40 hours
Time and a Half Results
Overtime Rate
$37.50/hr
1.5× regular rate
Regular Pay
$1,000.00
per week
Overtime Pay
$375.00
per week
Total Weekly Pay
$1,375.00
At $25.00/hr, your overtime rate is $37.50/hr. Working 10 overtime hours/week adds $375.00/week — $19,500.00/year in extra pay.
Annual Breakdown
| Pay Type | Rate | Hours/Week | Weekly | Annual (52 wks) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Pay | $25.00/hr | 40 | $1,000.00 | $52,000.00 |
| Overtime Pay | $37.50/hr | 10 | $375.00 | $19,500.00 |
| Total | — | 50 | $1,375.00 | $71,500.00 |
Gross pay before taxes. Use the Overtime Calculator to see after-tax take-home pay.
North Carolina Overtime Overview
Minimum wage: $7.25/hr
Minimum overtime rate: $10.88/hr (1.5× minimum wage)
Daily overtime: No — federal weekly threshold only (40 hrs/week)
State income tax on overtime: Yes — 4.25%
North Carolina follows federal overtime rules. State income tax of 4.25% applies to overtime pay.
Overtime FAQs — North Carolina
What are the overtime laws in North Carolina?
North Carolina follows federal overtime rules. State income tax of 4.25% applies to overtime pay. Under federal FLSA (which applies in all states), non-exempt employees must receive at least 1.5× their regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek. North Carolina follows the federal 40-hour weekly threshold for overtime eligibility.
What is the minimum wage in North Carolina?
The North Carolina minimum wage is $7.25/hr. At this rate, your time-and-a-half overtime rate is 10.88/hr. The federal minimum wage is $7.25/hr — North Carolina matches the federal minimum wage.
How much is time and a half after taxes in North Carolina?
At $25/hour with a 1.5× overtime rate of $37.50/hour, after taxes in North Carolina: federal income tax at 22% marginal rate takes about $8.25, FICA (7.65%) takes $2.87. North Carolina state income tax at 4.25% takes another $1.59. Net after-tax overtime rate: approximately $24.79/hour.
Can my employer refuse to pay overtime in North Carolina?
For non-exempt employees, no — your employer is legally required to pay at least 1.5× your regular rate for hours over 40 per week under the FLSA. This is a federal law that applies in North Carolina. Employers cannot waive this right, even with employee agreement. If you believe you are owed unpaid overtime, you can file a complaint with the US Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division or the North Carolina Department of Labor. The statute of limitations for back wages is typically 2 years (3 years for willful violations).
Are salaried workers entitled to overtime in North Carolina?
Salaried employees earning under $684/week ($35,568/year) must receive overtime regardless of job duties under the FLSA. Salaried workers above this threshold who meet the "duties test" for executive, administrative, or professional work are "exempt" from federal overtime. However, some high-earning salaried workers in North Carolina may have additional state-level protections. If you are misclassified as exempt, you may be owed significant back wages.