Nebraska Overtime Calculator
Nebraska pays overtime by the federal week, under a voter-approved minimum wage on its way to $15. Enter your hours to see your weekly pay.
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Nebraska Overtime Rules
Nebraska pays overtime after 40 hours a week at 1.5×, with no daily overtime. Nebraska voters approved a series of minimum-wage increases lifting it toward $15 an hour, well above the federal floor.
- 1.5× pay for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.
- No daily overtime or double time under Nebraska law.
- Nebraska's minimum wage is voter-approved and rising toward $15, above the federal $7.25.
Nebraska overtime follows the weekly 40-hour rule. The Nebraska Department of Labor enforces the state minimum wage and overtime.
The Nebraska minimum wage is $13.50/hour (tipped minimum $2.13). Overtime is calculated on your actual hourly rate, not the minimum. See the full 2026 minimum wage table or compare states side by side.
Frequently asked questions
No. Overtime is weekly — 1.5× after 40 hours. A long single day only counts if your week tops 40.
Yes. Voters approved increases lifting it toward $15 an hour. Overtime is 1.5× of your actual rate, not the minimum.
The Nebraska Department of Labor. The state overtime rule matches the federal 40-hour standard.