Raising Your Freelance Rates
As you gain experience and build your reputation, you should increase your rates.
When to Raise Rates
- After completing several successful projects
- When you gain new skills or certifications
- When demand for your services exceeds your time
- After receiving consistently great reviews
How Much to Increase
- Typical increases: 10-25% at a time
- Base on market research
- Consider your Job Success Score
Implementation
Update your profile rate. Existing contracts keep old rates. New clients see new rates.