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Freelance Rate Calculator
Calculate what to charge as a freelancer to meet your income goals
Your Income Goals
$
hrs
Realistic: 20-35 hrs
weeks
Account for vacation/sick days
$
Software, equipment, marketing
%
Self-employment: 25-35%
%
Buffer for growth: 15-25%
Minimum Hourly Rate
$121
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Daily Rate
$1,160
8 hours/day
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Weekly Rate
$4,350
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Annual Revenue
$174,000
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Recommended Rates
$121/hr
Minimum Rate
$145/hr
Recommended Rate
$174/hr
Premium Rate
Revenue Breakdown
Understanding Freelance Rates
Rate Considerations
- Not all hours are billable (marketing, admin)
- Include taxes (self-employment: ~30%)
- Account for business expenses
- Build in profit for growth
Pricing Strategies
- Value-based pricing (vs hourly)
- Package deals for projects
- Retainer agreements
- Tiered pricing models