Calculate your ideal hourly or project rate based on your desired salary, expenses, taxes, and billable hours.
Enter your values
Open the Freelance Rate Calculator and fill in the required input fields with your numbers or selections.
Review the calculation
The tool automatically computes the result as you type. Double-check your inputs to ensure accuracy.
Interpret your results
Review the calculated output along with any breakdowns, charts, or explanations provided to understand what the numbers mean for your situation.
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Setting the right rate is the #1 factor in freelancing profitability. Too low and you burn out; too high and you lose clients. This calculator works backwards from your desired take-home pay to find the exact rate you need to charge.
Most freelancers overestimate their billable hours. If you work 40 hours a week, only 25-30 of those are typically billable — the rest go to admin, marketing, invoicing, and communication. Be honest about this number.