FREE Freelance Rate Calculator
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Freelance Rate Calculator
Calculate your ideal hourly rate to meet your income goals
💰 Income Goals
$
What you want to take home per year
%
Estimated self-employment tax rate
💼 Business Expenses (Annual)
$
$
$
$
Marketing, education, equipment, etc.
⏰ Time & Availability
Your Minimum Hourly Rate
$0
per hour
$0
Day Rate (8hrs)
$0
Weekly Rate
$0
Monthly Rate
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0
Billable Hours/Year
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$0
Gross Revenue Needed
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$0
Est. Tax Set-Aside
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$0
Total Expenses
📋 Calculation Breakdown
Desired Take-Home $0
+ Taxes (at tax rate) $0
+ Business Expenses $0
= Gross Revenue Needed $0
÷ Billable Hours 0 hrs
= Minimum Hourly Rate $0/hr
📊 Rate Tiers (for negotiation)
| Tier | Hourly | Daily | Annual Revenue |
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Tips for Setting Your Rates
- This is your MINIMUM rate - consider charging 20-50% more for value-based pricing
- Raise your rates by 10-20% annually to account for experience and inflation
- Different project types can have different rates (rush work = premium)
- Consider retainer agreements for stable monthly income
- Don't compete on price - compete on quality and expertise
- Track your actual billable hours to refine these calculations