Freelance Rate Calculator

Ensure your business is profitable by charging the right amount.

Freelance Rate Calculator

Calculate your required billable rate based on your net income goals.

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This is your "Take Home" pay

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30%

You must charge

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Daily
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Weekly
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Tip: This is your break-even rate. Most senor freelancers add a 20-30% "profit margin" on top of this number for growth and savings.

How to Calculate Your Rate

1

Set Income Goal

Enter the 'Take Home' pay you need to support your lifestyle.

2

Add Expenses

Input your business costs (software, equipment, insurance) to ensure they are covered.

3

Define Schedule

Be realistic about how many hours you can bill per week and how much vacation you plan to take.

Frequently Asked Questions

Billable hours are the hours you actually charge clients for. As a freelancer, you perform many non-billable tasks (marketing, admin, emails). A safe estimate is usually 60-70% of your total working hours.