Freelance Rate Calculator
Calculate the minimum hourly or project rate you need to charge as a freelancer to hit your target annual income after taxes, expenses, and vacation.
Freelance Rate Calculator
How to Use the Freelance Rate Calculator
The Freelance Rate Calculator makes it easy to get accurate results in seconds. Simply enter your values in the fields above and the result updates automatically. All calculations use industry-standard formulas.
Calculate the minimum hourly or project rate you need to charge as a freelancer to hit your target annual income after taxes, expenses, and vacation.
Results are for informational and educational purposes only. For financial decisions, consult a qualified financial advisor. For health matters, consult a licensed healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
Start with your target income, add taxes (~30%), expenses, and divide by billable hours (typically 1,000–1,500/year). This gives your minimum rate.