Freelance Hourly Rate Calculator

Find out how much to charge per hour as a freelancer. Enter your desired income, expenses, taxes and billable hours, and the calculator tells you the minimum hourly rate you need — free and without signup.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I calculate my freelance hourly rate?

Add up your desired net income, taxes, and business expenses, then divide by the number of billable hours you plan to work.

What is a realistic billable percentage for freelancers?

Most freelancers are 50–70% billable; the rest goes to admin, marketing, professional development and downtime.

Does this calculator account for taxes?

Yes, enter your estimated effective tax rate and the calculator factors it into the required rate.

Is this free?

Yes, completely free with no signup.