Overtime calculator Kenya
Enter your wage and the extra hours you worked to see your overtime pay.
If you earn a monthly wage, the calculator turns it into an hourly rate the way the wages order says.
How it's calculated
- The normal working week is up to 52 hours over six days. Hours beyond that are overtime.
- Overtime on normal days is paid at 1.5 times the normal hourly rate. Work on your rest day or a public holiday is paid at 2 times.
- For monthly paid employees the hourly rate is at least the basic monthly wage divided by 225.
An example
On KSh 30,000 a month the hourly rate is KSh 133.33. Six overtime hours pay KSh 1,200.
Frequently asked questions
How many hours can I work in total?
Normal hours plus overtime cannot pass 116 hours in two consecutive weeks, or 144 hours for night work.
Is the night shift week different?
Yes. For night work the normal week is up to 60 hours.
Does this apply to farm workers?
Agricultural workers are covered by a separate wages order. This calculator follows the general order.
Key terms
- Normal hourly rate
- What you earn for one hour of normal work, before any overtime premium.
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