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Freelancer hourly rates

08/31/2023 | by Patrick Fischer, M.Sc., Founder & Data Scientist: FDS

The hourly rates of freelancers can vary significantly depending on the industry, experience, expertise, location and type of project. Here are some rough guidelines for hourly rates of freelancers in different fields:

Consulting and management:

Emerging or junior consultant: €30 - €60 in Europe / $30 - $60 in the US

Experienced consultants: €60 - €120 in Europe / $60 - $120 in the US

Senior consultants or experts: 120 € and more in Europe / $120 and more in the USA

Design and creativity:

Beginners: 20 € - 50 € in Europe / $20 - $50 in the USA

Experienced designers: 50 € - 100 € in Europe / $50 - $100 in USA

Experts and specialists: 100 € and more in Europe / $100 and more in the USA

IT and technology:

Entry or junior developers: €20 - €50 in Europe / $20 - $50 in the USA

Experienced developers: €50 - €100 in Europe / $50 - $100 in the USA

Senior or specialist developers: 100 € and more in Europe / $100 and more in USA

Writing and content creation:

Beginner: €15 - €40 in Europe / $15 - $40 in the US

Experienced writers: €40 - €80 in Europe / $40 - $80 in USA

Specialist authors or experts: 80 € and more in Europe / $80 and more in USA

Health care (medicine, therapy, etc.):

Depending on the field and specialization, hourly rates can vary widely. In some cases, they can reach hundreds of euros or dollars per hour. Please note that these are only general estimates and actual hourly rates can vary greatly depending on various factors. It is important to conduct extensive market research to understand the current rates in your industry and region. Also consider your own experience, expertise, and the value of your services when determining your hourly rate.

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