How to calculate salary on October 1st
As the National Day approaches, many working people have begun to pay attention to the issue of "how to calculate wages on October 1st". Especially since this year's National Day holiday is connected with the Mid-Autumn Festival, holiday arrangements are more complicated and salary calculation has become a hot topic. This article will combine the hot discussions on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of the October 1 salary calculation method and provide structured data reference.
1. National Day holiday arrangements for 2023

According to the 2023 holiday schedule issued by the General Office of the State Council, the National Day holiday will be from October 1 to October 7, a total of 7 days. Among them:
| Date | week | Holiday type |
|---|---|---|
| October 1 | Sunday | statutory holidays |
| October 2 | Monday | statutory holidays |
| October 3 | tuesday | statutory holidays |
| October 4 | wednesday | statutory holidays |
| October 5 | Thursday | Adjusted day off |
| October 6 | Friday | Adjusted day off |
| October 7 | Saturday | Adjusted day off |
2. October 1 salary calculation method
According to the provisions of the Labor Law, wages are calculated in different situations as follows:
| job type | Salary calculation method | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Overtime work on statutory holidays | Not less than 300% of salary | October 1st - October 4th |
| Working overtime on rest days | Not less than 200% of salary | October 5th - October 7th |
| Rest normally | Pay wages normally | No deduction required |
| Paid time off | Pay wages normally | consistent with usual |
3. Frequently Asked Questions
1. If I work during the National Day, how will my salary be calculated?
If you work on a statutory holiday (October 1st - October 4th), the company should pay overtime pay no less than 300% of the salary; if you work on a holiday (October 5th - October 7th), the company should pay overtime pay no less than 200% of the salary.
2. If I take leave during the National Day, how will my salary be calculated?
If an employee takes leave during the National Day, the company can handle it according to the regulations on personal leave or sick leave. Personal leave usually does not include wages, while sick leave is implemented in accordance with company regulations and local policies.
3. How to calculate the wages of shift employees during the National Day?
If shift employees work on statutory holidays, they will also enjoy 300% of overtime pay; if they work on rest days, they will enjoy 200% of overtime pay. The specific calculation method can refer to the shift system within the enterprise.
4. Differences in wage calculations across regions
There may be slight differences in salary calculation in different regions. The following are the National Day salary calculation standards in some regions:
| area | Overtime pay on statutory holidays | Overtime pay on rest days |
|---|---|---|
| Beijing | 300% | 200% |
| Shanghai | 300% | 200% |
| Guangzhou | 300% | 200% |
| Shenzhen | 300% | 200% |
| Chengdu | 300% | 200% |
5. Summary
The calculation of wages on October 1 is mainly based on the Labor Law and relevant local policies. Overtime wages on statutory holidays are 300%, and overtime wages on statutory holidays are 200%. While enjoying vacations, employees should also understand their rights and interests to ensure the accuracy of salary calculations. Enterprises should pay overtime wages in strict accordance with legal provisions to avoid labor disputes.
I hope this article can help you better understand the calculation method of October 1st salary. I wish you all a happy National Day!
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