How it works
Effective hourly rate = project fee ÷ total hours.
Free calculator / Freelance
Effective hourly rate calculator.
See the actual hourly earnings from a fixed project fee and all hours spent.
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A quick example
A $1,200 project that takes 20 hours earns $60 per hour before expenses.
This is a calculation from numbers you supply, not financial or tax advice. Check assumptions before making a decision.