Vermont overtime.
Vermont layers its own overtime rules on top of the federal FLSA baseline.
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How Vermont 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 Vermont overtime
The weekly timesheet automatically applies VT rules.
Who's outside the rules
These categories of employees may be exempt from the overtime requirements above:
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Executive, administrative, and professional employees
Vermont follows federal weekly overtime rules.
Vermont at a glance
Vermont has a service-oriented economy where tourism is a $4 billion industry, representing 9.3% of the state's GDP. The state attracted 15.8 million visitors in 2023, with manufacturing (particularly computer and electronic products) contributing $1.8 billion in exports and the finance and real estate sector adding $6.58 billion to GDP.
Industries with frequent overtime
Tourism and Hospitality
Tourism supports 31,053 jobs (9% of Vermont's workforce), with visitors spending over $1 billion in Chittenden County alone. Hotel, restaurant, and ski resort employees frequently work overtime during peak seasons.
Healthcare
Healthcare and social services is a leading employment sector in Vermont. Nurses, caregivers, and medical staff often work extended shifts to provide continuous patient care, especially in rural areas.
Manufacturing
Vermont's manufacturing sector, led by computer and electronic products, supports approximately 7,000 export-related jobs. Production workers may work overtime to meet manufacturing deadlines.
Agriculture and Food Production
Vermont is famous for its dairy farms and specialty food products. Agricultural workers, particularly during harvest seasons, and food production employees often work extended hours.
Vermont overtime FAQ
Vermont law requires employers to pay non-exempt employees 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Vermont does not have daily overtime limits. Overtime is calculated based on hours accumulated over seven consecutive 24-hour periods.
As of January 1, 2025, Vermont's minimum wage is $14.01 per hour. The overtime rate for minimum wage workers is $21.02 per hour (1.5 times the regular rate) for all hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.
Yes, Vermont employers who fail to pay overtime can face fines of up to $5,000 per violation. Employees can also file claims to recover unpaid wages. Employers are prohibited from retaliating against employees who file wage claims.
Filing a wage claim in Vermont
If you believe you're owed unpaid overtime, here's what to do — in order.
Collect documentation including pay stubs, timesheets, and records of hours worked and overtime not paid
Complete a wage claim form available from the Vermont Department of Labor
Submit the form online, by mail, or in person to the Wage and Hour Program in Burlington
Contact the Department at 802-951-4083 for assistance
The Department will investigate your claim and may take enforcement action against the employer
Vermont offers a voluntary Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance program that began rolling out in phases starting in 2023. Private employers can opt in to provide employees with 60% wage replacement for up to six weeks. Additionally, Vermont prohibits employers from asking about salary history during hiring and, effective July 2025, requires wage ranges in job postings for employers with 5 or more employees.
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 Vermont Department of Labor, or an employment attorney.