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Freelance Rate Calculator
EstimatorCalculate the hourly rate needed as a freelancer to match or beat a salaried position.
About This Tool
Freelancers pay 15.3% self-employment tax on top of income tax (they can deduct half the SE tax). Health insurance, retirement contributions, equipment, and software are deductible business expenses. Industry benchmarks: freelance devs charge $75–$200/hr; designers $50–$150/hr.