Freelance Rate Calculator
Calculate the ideal hourly rate for freelance work. Factor in desired salary, expenses, taxes, time off, and profit margin.
% of work hours that are billable
How to Use the Freelance Rate Calculator
- Enter your desired annual salary (what you want to take home).
- Add annual business expenses (software, equipment, etc.).
- Set your estimated tax rate.
- Enter time off (vacation weeks and sick days).
- Adjust billable hours percentage and profit margin.
- Click Calculate to see your ideal rate.
Features
- Comprehensive rate calculation with taxes and expenses
- Billable hours adjustment
- Profit margin configuration
- Daily, weekly, and monthly rate display
- 100% client-side, no data stored
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