Freelancer Price Calculator
Setting the right price as a freelancer in Denmark is critical for building a sustainable business. Unlike salaried employees, freelancers must cover their own overhead costs including pension, insurance, accounting, software, office space, and other business expenses. This calculator helps you determine the minimum hourly rate you need to charge to achieve your desired take-home income after accounting for all these costs.
How the Calculation Works
The calculator starts with your desired monthly salary equivalent and multiplies by 12 for the annual figure. It then adds the overhead percentage to cover business costs. The total annual revenue needed is divided by your actual billable hours per year. Not all working hours are billable as a freelancer. Time spent on marketing, administration, invoicing, client meetings, and professional development is non-billable. A realistic estimate of 25 billable hours per week is common for Danish freelancers, though this varies by industry.
Danish Freelancer Market Rates
Freelance rates in Denmark vary widely. IT and tech consultants typically charge 800 to 1,500 kr per hour, management consultants 1,000 to 2,000 kr, designers and creatives 500 to 1,000 kr, and translators or writers 400 to 800 kr. Remember that you must add 25% VAT (moms) on top of your rate when invoicing Danish clients. Review your overhead percentage regularly as your business grows and expenses change. A 30% overhead is a reasonable starting point for most freelancers.