Freelance Hourly Rate Calculator

Most freelancers undercharge because they forget about unbillable hours, taxes, and business expenses. Find your true minimum hourly rate below.

Target Annual Take-Home Salary ($) Estimated Annual Business Expenses ($)

Software, insurance, hardware, marketing, etc.

Billable Hours per Week

You can't bill 40 hours. Factor in admin, sales, and breaks.

Weeks Worked per Year

Subtract vacation and sick time.

Your Minimum Hourly Rate Should Be:

This accounts for a standard 30% tax rate.