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Freelance Calculators

Tools built for freelancers, consultants, and independent contractors. Understand the real cost of self-employment, compare offers, and set rates with confidence — all calculated privately in your browser.

Available Calculators

  • W2 vs 1099 Comparison

    Compare a salaried W2 offer against a 1099 contract rate, accounting for taxes, benefits, and expenses.

  • True Hourly Rate Calculator

    Calculate your real effective hourly rate after accounting for non-billable hours, overhead, and downtime.

  • Self-Employment Tax Estimator

    Estimate your quarterly self-employment taxes, including SE tax, income tax, and deductible half of SE tax.

  • Freelance Rate Calculator

    Work backwards from your income goal to find the minimum hourly or project rate you need to charge.