# $149.9 Million DOL Wage Recovery (2024)

> Department of Labor statistic showing $149.9 million in back wages recovered for 125,301 workers in 2024, highlighting the massive scale of wage violations and the importance of accurate time tracking for compliance.

- **URL:** https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd
- **Category:** Time Tracking Research
- **Tags:** Compliance, Flsa, Wage Violations, Statistics
- **Updated:** 2026-03-19 21:12
- **Canonical page:** https://timetrack.works/ar/items/1499-million-dol-wage-recovery-2024

## Details

## Significance

In 2024 alone, the US Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division recovered nearly $150 million in back wages, demonstrating the widespread nature of wage violations and the critical importance of accurate time tracking systems.

## Key Statistics

- $149.9 million recovered
- 125,301 workers affected
- Average recovery: $1,196 per worker
- Thousands of investigations

## Common Violations Leading to Recovery

1. Overtime miscalculation
2. Misclassification of exempt vs. non-exempt
3. Failure to pay minimum wage
4. Improper deductions
5. Off-the-clock work
6. Inaccurate recordkeeping

## Implications for Employers

- Accurate time tracking is legal requirement
- Violations result in back pay + penalties
- Electronic systems reduce error rates
- Regular audits prevent issues
- Training essential for compliance

## Prevention Through Technology

- Automated overtime calculations
- Digital audit trails
- Built-in compliance checks
- Classification management
- Real-time error alerts

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