Freelance hourly rate calculator
Most freelancers pick a rate by copying someone else. This calculator works forwards from what you need to earn — including the hours you cannot bill for. Free, nothing stored.
2. How much of your time is actually billable
The billable share is the number most freelancers overestimate. Admin, proposals, invoicing, sales, learning and holidays are all real time that no client pays for. 50–65% is a realistic band for a solo freelancer; agency-style work with a lot of pitching sits lower.
3. Sanity check: rate vs. a salaried job
Enter the gross salary of an equivalent employed role to see the hourly rate that matches it once you pay your own benefits, holidays and downtime.
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