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Freelance Rate Calculator
Find the hourly and day rate you need to hit your income goal after expenses, tax and unpaid admin time.
Freelance Rate Calculator
Minimum hourly rate1,150 billable hours/year → revenue $128,822
Day rate (8 h)
$896
Half-day rate
$448
Weekly retainer
$2,800
Monthly retainer
$10,735
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Revenue needed | $128,822 |
| Business expenses | $6,000 |
| Tax & contributions | $31,111 |
| Buffer | $11,711 |
| Your take-home | $80,000 |
Most freelancers bill 50–70% of the hours they work — admin, sales and learning are unpaid. Price projects from this hourly floor plus the value you deliver.
Estimates for information only — not financial, tax or investment advice. Rates and rules change; confirm with an official source or a qualified professional. Disclaimer
Why billable hours matter
Freelancers rarely bill 40 hours a week — sales, admin, invoicing and learning are unpaid. This calculator spreads your full costs over the hours you can actually bill.
Frequently asked questions
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Is it free?
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