Freelance Web Developer Rate Calculator
Know exactly what to charge per hour, day and project.
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Developer rates swing wildly, so anchor yours to the income you want to keep — not to what a forum says. This tool converts your yearly goal into an hourly, day and project rate after tax, tooling costs and the weeks you take off.
Remember that maybe half of your week is actually billable: meetings, scoping, learning and bug-hunting on your own time are not. The calculator already lets you set billable hours so the rate reflects reality.
What it helps with
- Quoting a website or app build without underpricing the hidden hours.
- Setting a day rate for ongoing maintenance or a sprint.
- Comparing a retainer offer against your real hourly floor.
Frequently asked questions
How much should a freelance web developer charge?
Base it on your income goal and costs. Enter your target yearly income, realistic billable hours and expenses (hosting, licences, hardware) and the calculator returns a rate that covers taxes and time off.
Why is my rate higher than a salaried hourly wage?
As a freelancer you cover your own tax, holidays, sick days, equipment and gaps between clients. A freelance rate that looks high often nets the same as a lower salaried wage once those are paid.