Exemptly walks you through the FLSA exempt vs. non-exempt classification process with a guided assessment based on actual DOL criteria. No legalese, no guesswork.
Every question maps to actual 29 CFR Part 541 regulatory text
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Job title, salary, and state. We check the salary against the federal minimum threshold.
Answer yes/no questions about the role’s actual duties, matched to your exemption category.
See a clear risk score with explanations, DOL citations, and a printable summary.
Quickly assess roles during hiring or reclassification
Avoid costly misclassification penalties
Document classification decisions with DOL criteria
Understand whether your role should qualify for overtime
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), "exempt" employees are not entitled to overtime pay for hours worked over 40 per week. "Non-exempt" employees must receive overtime pay at 1.5x their regular rate. Classification depends on salary level and job duties.
No. Exemptly is an educational tool that helps you understand the criteria used for FLSA classification. For binding legal guidance, consult a qualified employment attorney.
As of January 2025, the federal minimum salary for most FLSA exemptions is $684 per week ($35,568 annually). Some states have higher thresholds. The threshold in this tool is editable so you can use your state's requirement.