Freelance Rate Calculator

Work out the hourly rate you should charge based on your target income, expenses and realistic billable hours. Includes a day-rate estimate.

How to use

1. Enter your target yearly income and expenses.
2. Enter billable hours per week and working weeks per year.
3. Read your hourly and day rate.

Frequently asked questions

Why use billable hours rather than all working hours?

Not every working hour can be billed — admin, marketing and breaks take time. Using realistic billable hours gives a rate that actually covers your goal.

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