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Hourly rate calculator

Calculate a minimum and target hourly rate from income, costs, billable time and a safety buffer.

The result is a business estimate, not tax or accounting advice.

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How does this calculator work?

An hourly rate is not simply a monthly goal divided by working hours. It must also fund non-billable time, time off, business costs and a reserve.

Practical use

For example, a take-home goal, monthly overhead and realistic weekly billable hours reveal the floor below which the business becomes unsustainable.

Limitations

Use the result as a planning baseline, then consider market conditions, client value and capacity.

Frequently asked questions

Is my data uploaded?

No. Calculations run in your browser. History is stored locally on this device only.

Does the result include tax?

Taxes are not added automatically. Use one consistent basis for all inputs and account for your own tax situation.

How can I save the result?

Keep local history, copy the summary, download JSON or CSV, or print to PDF.

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