Freelance Hourly Rate Calculator
Estimate a U.S. freelance hourly rate from income goals.
Enter desired take-home income, expenses, tax set-aside, and billable hours.
The calculator converts annual needs into revenue and hourly targets.
It is useful for consultants, contractors, creators, and solo service businesses.
Revenue needed$141,667
Suggested hourly rate$118.06
Monthly revenue target$11,806
Billable hours are usually far lower than total working hours because admin, sales, and unpaid time matter.
About this calculator
What it estimates
- Enter target income and billable hours
- Add business expenses and tax buffer
- See a suggested hourly rate
Important notes
- Builds a rate from desired income plus expenses and tax reserve.
- Billable hours should exclude admin, sales, learning, and unpaid time.
- Does not replace bookkeeping, tax planning, or market pricing research.
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