Stop guessing what to charge. Enter your income target and work habits — this calculator shows you the minimum rate you need to hit your goals.
Once you know your rate, Billzy makes it simple to create professional invoices and track payments. Never chase clients again.
Start 14-Day Trial — $3 →It takes your annual income target and divides it by the number of hours you're actually available to bill. "Available to bill" accounts for weekends, vacations, admin time, and the gaps between projects — the hours that eat into your year but don't generate income.
The result is your floor rate — the minimum you should charge to hit your income goal. Most freelancers should round this up, not down.
Yes. The minimum rate assumes everything goes perfectly: no scope creep, no unpaid gaps, no unexpected expenses. In reality, things don't always go perfectly. Charging 10–20% above your minimum gives you a buffer. Read more in our guide on how to price freelance projects.