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Freelance Hourly Rate Calculator
Calculate your ideal hourly rate based on desired income, expenses, taxes, and billable hours. Stop undercharging for your work.
Your Details
Your target take-home pay before taxes
Software, equipment, insurance, office, etc.
Hours you can actually bill clients (typically 25-35)
Account for vacation, sick days, holidays (typically 46-50)
Buffer for growth, emergencies, and investments
Recommended Hourly Rate
$89/hr
Based on 1,440 billable hours/year
Minimum
$78
/hour
Recommended
$89
/hour
Premium
$112
/hour
Day Rate (8hrs)
$716
Monthly Target
$10,733
Annual Breakdown
Desired Income$80,000
+ Taxes (25%)$20,000
+ Business Expenses$12,000
+ Profit Margin (15%)$16,800
Total Revenue Needed$128,800
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