Freelance Rates by Role (2026)
Real, directional rate bands for 18 roles. Tap any role for experience tiers, regional rates and a tailored calculator.
Creative
Data
Design
Graphic Designer
Brand identity, layout, packaging and marketing visuals.
$55 to $90 /hr mid-level
DesignUI/UX Designer
Product interfaces, design systems, prototyping and user research.
$70 to $120 /hr mid-level
DesignIllustrator
Editorial, brand, character and custom illustration.
$55 to $100 /hr mid-level
Development
Web Developer
Marketing sites, web apps and front-end engineering.
$70 to $130 /hr mid-level
DevelopmentMobile App Developer
iOS, Android and cross-platform application development.
$80 to $150 /hr mid-level
DevelopmentWordPress Developer
Custom themes, plugins, and WordPress site builds.
$55 to $95 /hr mid-level
Language
Marketing
Support
Video
Writing
Copywriter
Sales pages, ads, email and conversion-focused copy.
$60 to $110 /hr mid-level
WritingContent Writer
Blog posts, articles, guides and long-form SEO content.
$45 to $80 /hr mid-level
WritingTechnical Writer
API docs, developer guides, manuals and knowledge bases.
$65 to $105 /hr mid-level