Freelance Day Rate Calculator

Convert an hourly rate to day rate, or calculate day rate needed to hit income targets. This tool helps consultants and freelancers set a daily rate based on hourly pricing, including overhead margins.

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Formula & Math Logic

Base Day Rate = Hourly Rate * Hours. Recommended = Base Day Rate * (1 + Markup/100).

Worked Calculation Example

$80/hour with 10% Markup

At 8 hours/day, base is $640. Adding a 10% markup makes the day rate $704.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why add a day rate markup?

Day rates carry risk. A markup helps cover administrative tasks and potential unpaid work scope changes.

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