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Business Strategy Sept 20, 2026 7 min read

Freelance Hourly Rate vs Fixed Project Pricing: Calculation Strategy

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Written by Yash Sharma

Full-Stack AI Developer & Founder at Vicaksha Tool (Bareilly, India)

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Choosing between charging hourly rates or fixed-fee project billing directly impacts your profit margins and client relationship dynamics.

1. Baseline Hourly Rate Formula

Formula: Minimum Rate = (Desired Income + Expenses + Taxes) / Billable Hours

Remember that non-billable time (admin, marketing, proposals) accounts for ~30% of working hours.

2. Invoicing Your Deliverables

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