Time and a Half Calculator — Tennessee 2026
Calculate overtime pay for Tennessee workers. Tennessee minimum wage: $7.25/hr. Overtime required after 40 hours per workweek under federal FLSA.
Quick Answer
At $25/hour in Tennessee, 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. Tennessee minimum wage: $7.25/hr. Overtime applies after 40 hours in a workweek under federal FLSA. Tennessee has no state income tax — overtime pay faces federal income tax only.
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.
Tennessee 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: No — federal income tax only
Tennessee follows federal FLSA overtime rules. Tennessee has no state income tax — overtime pay faces federal income tax only.
Overtime FAQs — Tennessee
What are the overtime laws in Tennessee?
Tennessee follows federal FLSA overtime rules. Tennessee has no state income tax — overtime pay faces federal income tax only. 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. Tennessee follows the federal 40-hour weekly threshold for overtime eligibility.
What is the minimum wage in Tennessee?
The Tennessee 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 — Tennessee matches the federal minimum wage.
How much is time and a half after taxes in Tennessee?
At $25/hour with a 1.5× overtime rate of $37.50/hour, after taxes in Tennessee: federal income tax at 22% marginal rate takes about $8.25, FICA (7.65%) takes $2.87. Tennessee has no state income tax. Net after-tax overtime rate: approximately $26.38/hour.
Can my employer refuse to pay overtime in Tennessee?
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 Tennessee. 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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
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 Tennessee may have additional state-level protections. If you are misclassified as exempt, you may be owed significant back wages.