Holiday Pay Calculators
Calculate your holiday pay for any US state or international country. Each calculator includes location-specific rules, premium rates, and statutory requirements.
Holiday pay—also known as premium pay—is the extra compensation employees receive for working on public holidays. The rules and rates vary dramatically between countries and even between US states, making it essential to understand how your location affects your holiday earnings. Our collection of holiday pay calculators helps employees accurately calculate their premium compensation based on local laws, common practices, and typical multipliers.
In the United States, there's no federal law requiring holiday premium pay, so rates are determined by employer policy—typically time-and-a-half (1.5x) or double-time (2x). In contrast, many countries like Australia mandate double-time (2x) for public holiday work, while Mexico requires triple-time (3x) for mandatory rest days. Use these calculators to understand your rights and maximize your earnings when working on holidays.
General Holiday Pay Calculator
Calculate holiday pay with customizable multipliers for any location.
United States Holiday Pay Calculators
Calculate holiday pay for any US state. While the US has no federal holiday pay requirements, practices vary by employer and some states have limited requirements for certain industries.
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International Holiday Pay Calculators
Many countries have statutory holiday pay requirements with generous premium rates. Our international calculators include country-specific rules and common practices.
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Holiday Pay Rates by Country
| Country | Typical Rate | Mandatory? | Calculator |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 1.5x | No (by employer) | Calculate → |
| Canada | 1.5x | Yes (statutory) | Calculate → |
| United Kingdom | 1.0-2.0x | No (voluntary) | Calculate → |
| Australia | 2.0-2.5x | Yes (awards) | Calculate → |
| Germany | 1.25x | Partial | Calculate → |
| France | 2.0x | Yes (May 1st) | Calculate → |
| Mexico | 3.0x | Yes (statutory) | Calculate → |
How to Use Holiday Pay Calculators
Each holiday pay calculator allows you to:
- Enter your regular hourly wage
- Input the number of hours worked on the holiday
- Select the holiday premium multiplier (1.5x, 2x, etc.)
- Optionally add overtime hours worked on the holiday
- Get instant calculations of your total holiday earnings
Understanding Holiday Pay Laws
Holiday pay regulations vary significantly by country and employer:
- United States: No federal requirement for holiday pay. Practices vary by employer, typically 1.5x-2x.
- Canada: Statutory holiday pay required, typically 1.5x with provincial variations.
- Australia: Strong penalty rates under modern awards, typically 2x-2.5x.
- European Union: Varies by country, with many mandating premium rates.
- Latin America: Often generous rates, with Mexico requiring 3x for mandatory rest days.
Disclaimer: These calculators provide estimates based on general holiday pay calculation principles. Actual holiday pay may vary based on your employment contract, collective agreements, industry-specific regulations, and local labor laws. This tool is for estimation purposes only and should not be considered legal or financial advice.