Indiana overtime.
Indiana follows federal FLSA overtime: 1.5× after 40 hours per workweek.
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How Indiana calculates overtime.
Weekly overtime
Hours over 40 per workweek paid at 1.5×
Daily overtime
Not required by state law
Double time
Not required by state law
7th consecutive day
No special rule
Calculate your Indiana overtime
The weekly timesheet automatically applies IN rules.
Who's outside the rules
These categories of employees may be exempt from the overtime requirements above:
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Standard FLSA exemptions apply
Indiana follows federal FLSA overtime rules.
Indiana at a glance
Indiana is a national manufacturing powerhouse with the second-largest automotive industry in the United States, producing 1.3 million vehicles annually. The state has attracted over $32 billion in private investments and nearly 55,000 new jobs since 2020, with major expansions in electric vehicle battery production and semiconductor manufacturing.
Industries with frequent overtime
Automotive Manufacturing
Home to Toyota, Subaru, and major EV battery plants like the $6.3 billion Stellantis-Samsung SDI facility in Kokomo, automotive workers frequently work overtime during production ramps and model launches.
Steel and Primary Metals
As the largest steel-producing state since 1975, with the Calumet Region accounting for 27% of U.S. steel production, steelworkers often log overtime hours during high-demand periods.
Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices
With Eli Lilly headquartered in Indianapolis, pharmaceutical production and medical device manufacturing workers commonly work extended hours during clinical trials and product launches.
Logistics and Warehousing
Indiana's central location makes it a logistics hub, with warehouse and distribution workers frequently working overtime during holiday seasons and peak shipping periods.
Indiana overtime FAQ
Indiana has its own Minimum Wage Law that requires overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek, mirroring federal FLSA requirements. There is no daily overtime requirement in Indiana.
The Indiana Department of Labor only accepts wage claims between $30.00 and $6,000.00. For claims outside this range, you may need to file with the federal Wage and Hour Division or pursue a civil lawsuit.
Employers who fail to pay wages in good faith may be ordered to pay double the unpaid wages as liquidated damages, plus attorney's fees and court costs. First-time violations can result in penalties up to $1,000 and up to 10 days imprisonment, while repeat violations may result in fines up to $2,000 and up to 100 days imprisonment.
Filing a wage claim in Indiana
If you believe you're owed unpaid overtime, here's what to do — in order.
Complete the Application for Wage Investigation from the Indiana Department of Labor, providing as much documentation as possible.
Ensure your claim is between $30.00 and $6,000.00 to qualify for department processing.
Submit your claim to the Indiana Department of Labor or file online through their portal.
You may also file with the federal Wage and Hour Division or pursue a civil lawsuit if your claim exceeds department limits.
Indiana's wage claim filing has specific monetary limits. The Indiana Department of Labor will only accept claims between $30 and $6,000. Workers with claims outside this range must file with the federal Department of Labor or pursue private legal action in civil court.
For general education only. Overtime law changes and has exceptions not listed here. For a specific situation, talk to your employer's HR department, the Indiana Department of Labor, or an employment attorney.