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Upwork (10%)

Fiverr (20%)

Freelancer (10%)

Toptal (0%)

Hourly Rate ($)

Hours Per Week

Extra Monthly Project Income ($)

Platform Fee (%)

Estimated Tax (%)

Self-employment tax (15.3%) is typically included in your estimated tax rate

Your Income Breakdown

Monthly Income

$7,000

Platform Fee

-$700

Tax Amount

-$1,260

Net Income

$5,040

Hourly Rate $50.00

Hours/Week 30

Project Income $1,000

Platform Fee % 10%

Tax % 20%

Monthly Gross $7,000

Platform Fee $700

Tax Amount $1,260

Net Income $5,040

Weekly Average

$1,260

Daily Rate (8hrs)

$400

Hourly Net

$42.00

Annual Projected

$60,480

Platform Fees

Upwork (10%), Fiverr (20%), Freelancer (10%), Toptal (0%) and custom fees

Self-Employment Tax

Includes 15.3% self-employment tax + income tax in your estimated rate

Project Income

Add fixed project income to your hourly work for complete picture

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I calculate freelance income?

Multiply your hourly rate by hours per week by 4.33 (average weeks per month), add project income, then subtract platform fees and taxes.

What are typical platform fees?

Upwork: 10%, Fiverr: 20%, Freelancer: 10%, Toptal: 0%. Fees vary based on earnings and client history.

How much tax do freelancers pay?

Freelancers pay self-employment tax (15.3%) plus income tax. Total typically ranges from 20-35% depending on income bracket.

Should I charge hourly or project-based?

Both! Use hourly for ongoing work and project-based for fixed deliverables. This calculator handles both.

What's a good hourly rate for freelancers?

Entry: $20-40, Mid-level: $50-80, Senior: $90-150, Expert: $150+. Rates vary by industry and location.

Is this calculator really free?

100% free! No registration, no hidden costs. Use it for all your freelance income calculations.

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