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What Hourly Rate Do You Need for $100k?

If your goal is to earn $100,000 as a freelancer, your hourly rate needs to be higher than a regular employee hourly rate because not every working hour is billable.

This calculator estimates the hourly rate you need based on your target income, billable hours, working weeks, and a freelance adjustment for taxes, expenses, downtime, and unpaid business work.

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The hourly rate needed for $100,000 depends on how many hours you can actually bill each week. Fewer billable hours means your required hourly rate needs to increase.

This calculator is useful for freelancers, consultants, contractors, and independent workers who want to convert a $100k income goal into a practical hourly rate.

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