Overtime in Maryland

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Published July 14, 2026 • By DocketMath Team

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Maryland overtime: min wage authority is Md. Code, Lab. & Empl. § 3-413(c); 2023 SB 555 (Fair Wage Act of 2023) accelerated schedule to $15.00 for all employers on Jan 1, 2024.; min wage effective date is 2024-01-01.

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Citation: Md. Code, Lab. & Empl. § 3-415

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  • Min Wage Authority: Md. Code, Lab. & Empl. § 3-413(c); 2023 SB 555 (Fair Wage Act of 2023) accelerated schedule to $15.00 for all employers on Jan 1, 2024.
  • Min Wage Effective Date: 2024-01-01
  • Min Wage Effective Rate: 15
  • Minimum Wage: 15

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.

Overtime in Maryland

In Maryland, the law governing overtime is set by Md. Code, Lab. & Empl. § 3-415. This statute establishes the general rule that an employer must pay overtime compensation to covered employees who work more than 40 hours in a workweek. The law provides the specific formula and any applicable exemptions or exceptions for determining when overtime is due. The official source contains the complete statutory language, including the precise calculation method and any special conditions. To estimate a potential overtime amount based on the verified figure of $300.00, the DocketMath calculator can apply the rule from § 3-415 to an individual’s specific work hours and pay rate.

Wage calculation example

For a Maryland wage or overtime example, use only values backed by the verified rule packet. The verified packet cites Md. Code, Lab. & Empl. § 3-415 (https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2025RS/Statute_Web/gle/3-415.pdf).

Example inputs:

  • Hourly rate: $20
  • Hours at issue: 10
  • Applied multiplier: 1.5x

Calculation:

  • Multiply the hourly rate by the hours at issue.
  • Apply the verified multiplier when the claim type requires it.
  • Example amount: $300.00

This example is generated from packet-backed values. Confirm coverage, exemptions, lookback periods, and liquidated-damages rules before relying on the amount.

Wage calculation example

For a Maryland wage or overtime example, use only values backed by the verified rule packet. The verified packet cites Md. Code, Lab. & Empl. § 3-415 (https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2025RS/Statute_Web/gle/3-415.pdf).

Example inputs:

  • Hourly rate: $20
  • Hours at issue: 10
  • Applied multiplier: 1.5x

Calculation:

  • Multiply the hourly rate by the hours at issue.
  • Apply the verified multiplier when the claim type requires it.
  • Example amount: $300.00

This example is generated from packet-backed values. Confirm coverage, exemptions, lookback periods, and liquidated-damages rules before relying on the amount.

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the overtime calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.