Freelance Income Calculator
Estimate your potential freelance earnings based on your hourly rate, availability, and business expenses.
Calculate Your Potential Earnings
Use this calculator to estimate how much you could earn as a freelance developer based on your hourly rate, availability, and expenses.
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Yearly Net
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* This is an estimate. Actual earnings will vary based on your specific tax situation, business expenses, and billable hours.
Why Use This Calculator?
Make informed decisions about your freelance pricing and availability
Set Fair Rates
Understand what hourly rate you need to reach your income goals and cover your expenses.
Plan Your Time
See how many hours per week you need to work to achieve your target income.
Track Growth
Visualize how rate increases or more availability affects your earning potential.
Goal Setting
Work backwards from your income goals to determine the rates and hours needed.
Client Negotiations
Have concrete numbers to justify your rates when discussing projects with clients.
Expense Planning
Factor in business expenses, taxes, and other costs to see your true net income.
Freelance Income Tips
Practical advice to maximize your freelance earnings
Pricing Strategies
- • Start with market research to understand competitive rates
- • Factor in your experience level and specialized skills
- • Consider value-based pricing for complex projects
- • Regularly review and adjust your rates as you gain experience
Maximizing Availability
- • Set realistic boundaries between work and personal time
- • Use time-blocking to maximize productive hours
- • Consider retainer agreements for consistent income
- • Build buffer time for project overruns and admin tasks
Managing Expenses
- • Track all business-related expenses for tax deductions
- • Set aside 25-30% of income for taxes
- • Invest in tools and software that improve efficiency
- • Consider professional liability insurance
Income Stability
- • Diversify your client base to reduce dependency
- • Build an emergency fund for lean periods
- • Develop recurring revenue streams when possible
- • Continuously market yourself even when busy