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Freelance Rate Calculator

Calculate exactly what to charge as a freelancer. Factor in tax, expenses, holidays, and profit margin to find your ideal rate.

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Your Inputs

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Your Rates

£48.03

per hour

£384.20

per day

£1,921.00

per week

£1,921.00

per 40hr project

Annual gross needed: £66,274.51

Industry Benchmarks
UK rates (GBP)

What-If Scenarios

See how small changes to your working pattern or pricing could affect your rate and income.

Raise rates 20%

£62.80/hr

+£20,392.16/year gross

+5 billable hrs/week

£42.69/hr

Same take-home, lower rate needed

Earn £10K more

£59.39/hr

+£11.37/hr increase

Tax Impact Preview
UK (HMRC)

Based on annual gross of £66,275
Income Tax£12,742
National Insurance£2,522
Total Tax£15,264
Effective Tax Rate24.1%
Monthly Take-Home (est.)£4,001

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Rate History & Scenarios

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