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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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