Free Calculators for Freelancers
Simple, fast tools to help you price your work, estimate taxes, and run your freelance business smarter.
Built specifically for freelancers, contractors, and solopreneurs. Uses current 2026 tax rates, accounts for self-employment tax, and factors in hidden costs that generic calculators miss.
Taxes
Self-Employment Tax Calculator
Estimate your self-employment tax, federal income tax, and quarterly payments for 2026.
1099 vs W2 Take-Home Comparison
See the real difference between freelance and salaried income after taxes, benefits, and expenses.
Freelance Tax Deduction Estimator
Estimate how much you can save by claiming common freelance business deductions.
Side Hustle Tax Calculator
Have a day job plus freelance income? See how your side hustle affects your total tax bill.
Quarterly Tax Payment Calculator
Calculate your estimated quarterly tax payments with due dates so you never miss a deadline.
Pricing & Rates
Freelance Rate Calculator
Calculate your ideal hourly, daily, and project rates based on your income goals, expenses, and taxes.
Salary to Hourly Converter
Convert between hourly, daily, weekly, biweekly, monthly, and annual pay instantly.
Invoice Fee Calculator
See exactly how much PayPal, Stripe, Square, and other processors take from your invoice.
Project Price Calculator
Build a client-ready project quote from your hourly rate, estimated hours, and expenses.
Business & Planning
Profit Margin Calculator
Calculate gross margin, net margin, and markup percentage from your revenue and costs.
Break-Even Calculator
Find out how many clients, projects, or sales you need to cover your monthly expenses.
What Can I Afford? Calculator
See what lifestyle you can afford based on your freelance rate, hours, and expenses.
Client Lifetime Value Calculator
Calculate how much a client is worth over time to make smarter business decisions.
Freelancer Emergency Fund Calculator
Calculate how much you need in savings to weather slow months and unexpected gaps between clients.
Should I Hire? Calculator
Find out when it makes financial sense to hire a subcontractor or virtual assistant for your freelance business.
Why Use Our Freelance Calculators?
Freelancing comes with financial complexity that traditional employees never deal with. You pay both halves of employment taxes, buy your own health insurance, fund your own retirement, and price your own work with no salary benchmark to lean on. These calculators take the guesswork out of the math so you can make informed decisions about your rates, taxes, and profitability.
Every calculator is built specifically for freelancers, independent contractors, and solopreneurs. They use current 2026 tax rates, account for self-employment tax, and factor in the hidden costs that most generic calculators miss. No signups, no paywalls -- just the numbers you need to break even and stay profitable.
From the Blog
View all →Self-Employment Tax Explained: What Freelancers Actually Owe
A plain-English breakdown of the 15.3% self-employment tax, how it's calculated, and 6 ways to reduce it.
PlanningHow Much Should a Freelancer Have in Savings?
Employees need 3 months of expenses saved. Freelancers need more. Here's exactly how much and why.
Pricing4 Pricing Mistakes That Cost Freelancers Thousands
Most freelancers undercharge because they base their rates on employee salaries. Here's what they miss and how to fix it.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are these calculators really free?
- Yes, all 15 calculators are completely free with no signup required. We make money through ads, not subscriptions.
- How accurate are the tax calculators?
- Our tax calculators use 2026 IRS tax brackets, self-employment tax rates, and standard deductions. They provide estimates -- consult a tax professional for exact filing numbers.
- Who are these calculators built for?
- Freelancers, independent contractors, solopreneurs, and anyone with 1099 income. Whether you are just starting out or have been freelancing for years, these tools help you price your work and plan for taxes.
- Can I use these calculators for my business?
- Absolutely. The profit margin, break-even, and project pricing calculators work for any small business or solo operation. The tax calculators are specific to US self-employment income.