Freelance Hourly Rate Calculator

Work out the hourly rate needed to meet income goals.

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About the Freelance Hourly Rate Calculator

Many freelancers undercharge because they forget expenses, platform fees and unpaid hours. Enter your income goal, monthly costs, platform fee and billable hours to find the minimum hourly rate you should charge.

What it includes

  • Income target
  • Business expenses (internet, software, electricity)
  • Platform fees, e.g. on Fiverr or Upwork
  • Realistic billable hours

Tip

Most freelancers can bill only 50–70% of their working time; the rest goes on admin and finding clients.

How to use Freelance Hourly Rate Calculator

  1. Enter your values. Units and defaults are shown beside each field.
  2. Press Calculate (results also update as you type once calculated).
  3. Read the result and the step-by-step breakdown with the formula used.
  4. Copy the result or reset to start again.

Frequently asked questions

How accurate is this calculator?

Calculations use the standard formulas shown on the page, computed in full precision and rounded only for display. The result is only as accurate as the inputs and assumptions listed.

Is this financial or tax advice?

No. Results are estimates based on the assumptions you enter. For decisions, check with your bank, a tax adviser or the relevant authority.

Is it free?

Yes. All tools are free to use without an account.