Freelance and Consulting Rate Calculator
Turn target income plus expenses into a minimum hourly rate across your real billable hours. Built for independent closers and consultants.
Free, no signup needed. Runs 100% in your browser.
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How to use this tool
- Enter target income and expenses.
- Set real billable hours and weeks.
- Charge at least the floor rate shown.
Frequently asked questions
How is the rate calculated?
Target income plus expenses, marked up by your buffer percent, divided by billable hours per week times billable weeks per year.
How many billable weeks should I assume?
Most independents land between 44 and 48 after holidays, sick time, and selling time. Selling time is not billable.
Does it handle project pricing?
Use the hourly floor, then multiply by your estimated hours and add a risk buffer for fixed quotes.
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