Freelance Hourly Rate Calculator
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Freelance Rate Formula
Net Rate = Desired Income / Total Billable Hours
Gross Rate = Net Rate / (1 - Tax Rate)
Hourly Rate = Gross Rate × (1 + Overhead + Profit)
Total Billable Hours = Hours/Week × Weeks/Year
Calculate your hourly rate to achieve your desired annual income as a freelancer.
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Include expenses like software, marketing, insurance, and taxes in your overhead calculation.
Freelance Rate Considerations
Factors to consider when setting your rate:
Market Rate
Research what others charge for similar services.
Experience Level
Higher rates for specialized skills and expertise.
Overhead Costs
Software, equipment, marketing, insurance.
Value Provided
Price based on value delivered, not just time.
Example: $80,000 desired income, 30 billable hours × 48 weeks = $55.56 net rate. With taxes and overhead = ~$93/hour.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How to calculate freelance hourly rate?▼
Hourly Rate = (Desired Annual Income / Billable Hours) + Overhead Costs. Account for taxes and non-billable time.
What is a good freelance hourly rate?▼
Rates vary by industry. $50-$150+ per hour is common depending on skills and experience.
How many billable hours per year?▼
Typically 1,500-2,000 billable hours annually accounting for non-billable work.
Should I charge hourly or project-based?▼
Hourly for uncertain scope, project-based for well-defined projects. Hybrid approaches also work.
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