Freelancer Hourly Rate
Freelancers can estimate how much to charge per hour to reach a yearly income target. Provide the desired annual income, billable hours per week, and working weeks per year to see the required hourly rate.
Examples
- $80k income, 30 h/week, 48 weeks ⇒ $55.56/hr
- $50k income, 20 h/week, 40 weeks ⇒ $62.50/hr
FAQ
Why billable hours?
Non‑billable time isn't paid, so exclude it to price correctly.
Should I include taxes and expenses?
Yes, incorporate them into your desired income so the rate covers all costs.
What if my hours vary?
Use an average number of billable hours per week to estimate.
Can I use other currencies?
Yes, enter all amounts in the same currency; the result will use that currency per hour.
Additional Information
- Assumes all entered hours are billable.
- Doesn't include income taxes, benefits, or non-working downtime.