Overtime Pay in Connecticut
State-specific overview · Employment Law
Connecticut requires overtime at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours over 40 per week, with no daily overtime threshold.
How Connecticut treats Overtime Pay
Connecticut aligns with federal FLSA requirements, mandating 1.5x pay for weekly hours exceeding 40. The state does not impose a separate daily overtime rule; the focus remains on the weekly threshold. Connecticut law covers most private-sector employees, though certain exempt categories apply. Employers must track hours carefully and pay overtime wages no later than the next regular payday.
The general definition of Overtime Pay
Compensation at an increased rate for hours worked beyond the standard workweek, typically 1.5 times the regular wage.
Overtime pay is extra compensation that employers must provide when employees work more than a certain number of hours per week, usually 40 hours. Under federal law, overtime must be paid at one and a half times the employee's regular hourly rate (called "time and a half"). Some states require overtime for hours over 8 in a single day or for the seventh consecutive day worked. Certain employees, like managers and salaried professionals, may be exempt from overtime requirements. Employers who fail to pay overtime owe back wages plus penalties.
Read the full Overtime Pay entry →This page is a plain-English reference and is not legal advice. State laws change frequently. For specific situations consult a licensed attorney in Connecticut.