Typical Freelancer gross margin: ~85.0%. Enter your numbers below to see your real margin.
| Revenue | Profit (85.0%) | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $500 | $425 | $75 |
| $1,000 | $850 | $150 |
| $2,500 | $2,125 | $375 |
| $5,000 | $4,250 | $750 |
| $10,000 | $8,500 | $1,500 |
| $25,000 | $21,250 | $3,750 |
| $50,000 | $42,500 | $7,500 |
Freelancers have high gross margins (~85–95%) since their main cost is time. True net margin should account for self-employment tax (~15.3%) and unpaid hours.