Day Rate Calculator

Determine your ideal freelance day rate based on target income, business expenses, and billable time.

1. Income & Expenses

$
Your desired take-home profit before taxes.
$
Software, hardware, insurance, marketing, accounting, etc.
%
Income tax, self-employment tax, and local levies combined.

2. Time & Availability

Weeks off per year.
Unplanned time off.
%
Percentage of working time spent on paid client work vs. admin/marketing.

Your Target Rates

Recommended Day Rate
$0.00
Hourly Rate (8hr day) $0.00
Gross Annual Revenue Required $0.00

Annual Breakdown

  • Available Working Weeks 0 weeks
  • Actual Billable Days 0 days
  • Estimated Taxes $0.00