Pricing Calculator
Calculate your hourly rate OR get personalized fixed pricing for common projects.
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What you want to keep in your pocket every year.
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Software, hardware, internet, coworking, etc.
6 weeks off
20 hours/week
Careful: Admin, marketing, and learning are NOT billable. Most freelancers max out at 20-25 billable hours.
Minimum Hourly Rate
$0
The "Break-even" point. Never go below this.
Recommended Rate (+20%)
$0
Builds a profit margin for your business.
Monthly Revenue Target
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What you need to invoice every single month.
Pro Considerations
- • The 50% Rule: Always take a 50% non-refundable deposit before opening Illustrator. It protects your time.
- • Revision Buffer: Factor in at least 2-3 rounds of refinement. Anything beyond that should be a paid add-on.
- • Admin Overhead: Remember that for every 1 hour of design, you spend ~30 mins on emails, meetings, and research. That's why billable hours are lower than your "work" hours.
- • Software & Subs: Don't forget to include Adobe, Figma, font licenses, and hosting in your expenses. Your clients are paying for the tools you use to help them.
Project Pricing Guide
Based on your recommended rate of $0, here's what you should be charging for common projects.
| Project Type | Est. Hours | Your Pricing | Market Average |
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Quick Quote Builder
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