Overtime Pay in Georgia
State-specific overview · Employment Law
Georgia requires overtime at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours over 40 per week, following federal FLSA standards.
How Georgia treats Overtime Pay
Georgia's overtime rules mirror the federal FLSA requirement of 1.5x compensation for weekly hours beyond 40. The state does not impose daily overtime thresholds or rates exceeding the federal standard. Georgia law covers most employees, with standard exemptions for executives, professionals, and administrative staff. Overtime compensation must be paid in the employee's regular paycheck or within the timeframe specified by state wage payment laws.
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 Georgia.