Photographer Hourly Rate Calculator
Hourly rate you need to charge to reach your income goal.
How it works
Revenue needed = business expenses + after-tax income ÷ (1 − tax rate). Dividing by billable hours per week × working weeks gives the hourly rate. Only count hours clients actually pay for, and include editing time in them. Most photographers bill far fewer hours than they work, because marketing, admin, and travel are unpaid. Tax rules vary, so confirm the rate with an accountant. Example: To net $50,000 with $10,000 in expenses, charge about $106.48 an hour, or $76,666.67 in revenue per year.
FAQ
Is this calculator free?
Yes. No signup is needed and nothing you enter is stored.
Is the result exact?
Results are rounded for display. For financial, medical, or legal decisions, confirm with a professional.
Do my numbers leave my device?
No. The calculation runs in your browser.