1. What is NYC OPA Pay Data?

The NYC Open Payroll Data provides transparency into the earnings of New York City government employees. This calculator helps estimate total pay based on base salary, overtime, and other compensation.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following formula:

Where:

• \( BaseSalary \) — Annual base salary
• \( OvertimeHours \) — Hours worked beyond standard schedule
• \( HourlyRate \) — Base salary divided by 2080 (standard work hours)
• \( OvertimeMultiplier \) — Typically 1.5× for overtime
• \( OtherPay \) — Additional compensation (bonuses, etc.)

3. Importance of Pay Calculation

Details: Understanding pay components helps analyze compensation patterns and ensure fair pay practices across NYC government agencies.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter base salary as annual amount, overtime hours as decimal (e.g., 3.5), and other pay amounts. Default overtime rate is 1.5×.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's included in "Other Pay"?
A: This may include bonuses, retroactive pay, uniform allowances, or other supplemental earnings.

Q2: How is hourly rate calculated?
A: We divide annual salary by 2080 (40 hours/week × 52 weeks) for standard full-time employees.

Q3: Are benefits included?
A: No, this calculator only estimates cash compensation, not benefits like health insurance or pensions.

Q4: How accurate is this estimate?
A: It provides a general estimate but actual pay may vary based on specific contracts or circumstances.

Q5: Where can I find official OPA data?
A: Visit NYC's Open Data portal for official payroll records.