Texas Overtime Calculator

Calculate your potential overtime claim under Texas and federal law. This calculator handles day rates and different payment scenarios according to FLSA regulations.

Note for Tipped Employees: Wage and overtime calculations for servers, bartenders, and other tipped workers require individual analysis due to tip credit complexities. Contact us for a free consultation to review your specific situation.
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Your Potential Recovery:

Disclaimer: This is an estimate only. Actual recoveries depend on specific case facts. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Texas Payday Law: Only 180 days to file! Consult with an attorney immediately.

Texas Overtime & Wage Laws

Texas Payday Law

Strict Deadlines: Only 180 days to file a wage claim with the Texas Workforce Commission.

Covers: All unpaid wages, commissions, bonuses, and other compensation.

Penalties: Employers can face administrative penalties for violations.

Federal Overtime (FLSA)

Time and a Half: Required for all hours over 40 in a workweek.

No Daily Overtime: Texas follows federal law - no daily overtime requirement.

Calculation: 1.5 × regular rate for overtime hours.

Day Rate Workers

Common Issue: Oil & gas workers paid flat daily rates without overtime.

The Law: Day rate doesn't exempt you from overtime pay.

Recovery: Can claim years of unpaid overtime.

Texas Minimum Wage

State Rate: \$7.25 per hour (same as federal minimum wage)

Tipped Workers: \$2.13 per hour + tips

Youth Workers: \$4.25 for first 90 days (under 20)

Final Paycheck Requirements

Timing: Due by next regular payday after termination

Commissions: Must be paid according to agreement terms

Deductions: Limited to lawful deductions only

Break & Meal Period Rules

No Required Breaks: Texas doesn't mandate breaks

If Given: Short breaks under 20 minutes must be paid

Automatic Deductions: May be illegal if you work through breaks

Texas Day Rate Workers: Know Your Rights

Many Texas oil & gas workers are paid a flat daily rate (like \$300/day) regardless of hours worked. This doesn't exempt you from overtime! Under FLSA regulations, your regular hourly rate must be calculated by dividing your total weekly compensation by the total hours you actually worked that week.

Example: If you work 60 hours in a week and earn \$1,800 (\$300/day × 6 days), your regular rate is \$30/hour (\$1,800 ÷ 60 hours). You're owed overtime at \$45/hour for the 20 hours over 40.

Texas vs Federal Wage Comparison

Wage Category Texas Law Federal FLSA Which Applies
Minimum Wage \$7.25/hour \$7.25/hour Same rate
Overtime Rate Follows federal 1.5× regular rate Federal FLSA
Overtime Threshold 40 hours/week 40 hours/week Same threshold
Tipped Minimum \$2.13/hour \$2.13/hour Same rate
Final Pay Deadline Next payday No requirement Texas Payday Law

Minimum Wage

Texas: \$7.25/hour
Federal: \$7.25/hour

Result: Same rate applies

Overtime Rate

Texas: Follows federal
Federal: 1.5× regular rate

Result: Federal FLSA applies

Overtime Threshold

Texas: 40 hours/week
Federal: 40 hours/week

Result: Same threshold

Final Pay Deadline

Texas: Next payday
Federal: No requirement

Result: Texas Payday Law applies

Is Your Texas Employer Cheating You Out of Overtime?

Oil & gas companies, construction firms, and restaurants often use day rates or salary schemes to avoid paying overtime. Don't let them get away with it!

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Common Texas Wage Violations

Oil & Gas Industry

Day rate schemes in drilling, production, and oilfield services. Companies pay flat daily rates to avoid overtime, but this violates federal law.

Construction

Piece rate pay, independent contractor misclassification, and day rates without overtime pay are common in Texas construction.

Restaurant & Service

Tip violations, unpaid overtime for managers, and automatic lunch deductions affect thousands of Texas service workers.

Healthcare

Nurses and healthcare workers face mandatory overtime without pay, missed breaks, and salary misclassification schemes.

Manufacturing & Warehousing

Assembly line workers, warehouse staff, and production employees often face unpaid overtime, off-the-clock work, and meal break violations.

Transportation & Logistics

Truck drivers, delivery workers, and logistics staff face complex overtime rules, misclassification issues, and unpaid waiting time violations.