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 Texas

Under federal law, overtime in Texas is governed by 29 U.S.C. § 207(a)(1), which requires covered employers to pay overtime at a rate set by the statute for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek. The rule applies to most employees unless they are specifically exempt under the law. The exact overtime rate and formula are established in the statute, which also provides certain exemptions and conditions. A verified figure of $300.00 may be relevant in some contexts, but the law itself does not state a flat dollar amount for overtime pay. The official source at the linked page contains the precise details of the calculation. To estimate a specific overtime result, use the calculator below.

Wage calculation example

For a Texas wage or overtime example, use only values backed by the verified rule packet. The verified packet cites 29 U.S.C. § 207(a)(1) (https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/29/207).

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 Texas wage or overtime example, use only values backed by the verified rule packet. The verified packet cites 29 U.S.C. § 207(a)(1) (https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/29/207).

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.