Freelance Rate Calculator

Work out the hourly rate you need to charge to reach a target monthly income after expenses and unpaid time.

Quick answer: Freelance Rate Calculator: Work out the hourly rate you need to charge to reach a target monthly income after expenses and unpaid time. Everything runs in your browser, so nothing you enter is uploaded or stored.

How to use Freelance Rate Calculator

  1. Enter your values in the fields.
  2. The results update instantly as you type.
  3. Note or copy the numbers you need.

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Frequently asked questions

Why not divide salary by 160 hours?

Freelancers do not bill every hour. Admin, sales and gaps are unpaid, so billable time is often 50 to 70 percent.

What should I add?

Taxes, tools, internet, software and a buffer for slow months.

Is the Freelance Rate Calculator free?

Yes. It is free, needs no signup and works on any device.

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