Freelance Copywriter Rate Calculator
Set a copywriter rate from the business you actually need to run. This calculator turns your income goal, operating costs and realistic client capacity into a clear hourly starting point.
Calculate with assumptions you can explain.
copywriter work includes more than drafting the final words. A durable rate also covers research subscriptions, editing tools and interview time, sales conversations, administration and periods when no client work is billable.
- 01Start with the monthly personal income your copywriter business should support.
- 02Add recurring costs, including research subscriptions, editing tools and interview time.
- 03Estimate client hours conservatively after meetings, marketing and administration.
- 04Add a local tax and savings buffer, then compare the result with market demand.
Copywriter rate FAQ
What should a copywriter charge per hour?
There is no universal number. Experience, location, specialization, demand and project risk matter. Use the calculator to find your sustainable floor before comparing market rates.
What expenses should a copywriter include?
Include research subscriptions, editing tools and interview time, insurance, accounting, equipment replacement and any other cost required to deliver paid work.
Should every working hour be billable?
No. Proposals, learning, marketing, bookkeeping and breaks consume real time but usually cannot be invoiced to a client.