Freelance Net Profit Calculator
Estimate your freelance net profit after business expenses, platform fees and tax set aside.
Overview
This freelance net profit calculator helps you estimate how much of your freelance income you actually keep after business expenses, platform fees and a tax set-aside. Enter your revenue, costs and chosen rates for a quick view of profit for a monthly, quarterly or yearly period.
How it works
The calculator starts with your gross revenue, subtracts platform fees and business expenses, and then applies your chosen tax set-aside percentage to any positive remaining profit. The result is an estimated net profit that can help you budget, price projects and monitor freelance performance.
How to use this calculator
- 1Enter your total freelance revenue for the period.
- 2Add your business expenses for the same period.
- 3Enter the platform or payment fee percentage.
- 4Set a tax rate you want to reserve from profit.
- 5Choose the period and review your estimated net profit.
Example Calculation
Gross Revenue
$5,000
Business Expenses
$1,200
Platform Fee Rate
10%
Tax Set-Aside Rate
25%
Calculation Period
monthly
Net Profit
$2,475
With $5,000 in monthly revenue, $1,200 in expenses and a 10% platform fee, profit before tax set-aside is about $3,300. Setting aside 25% for tax leaves an estimated net profit of about $2,475.
Frequently asked questions
What does this calculator estimate?
It estimates your freelance profit after business expenses, platform fees and a tax set-aside based on the rates you enter.
Should I enter revenue before or after platform fees?
Enter gross revenue before platform fees so the calculator can estimate those fees separately.
Are taxes calculated using official tax brackets?
No. This is a simple estimate using the tax set-aside percentage you choose, not country-specific tax rules.
What counts as business expenses?
Business expenses can include software, equipment, marketing, subcontractors, travel, insurance and other work-related costs.
Can this calculator be used monthly or yearly?
Yes. Just make sure your revenue and expenses all relate to the same period you select.
What if my profit before tax is negative?
The calculator sets tax aside only on positive profit, so a loss will not create an estimated tax reserve.
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Assumptions and warnings
Assumptions
- This calculator uses the same time period for all income and cost inputs.
- Tax is estimated using your chosen set-aside rate rather than country-specific tax rules.
- Platform fees are calculated as a simple percentage of gross revenue.
- Results are estimates and do not include every possible deduction, allowance or compliance cost.
Warnings
- This calculator provides an estimate only and is not financial or tax advice.
- Tax rules and allowable expenses vary by country and individual circumstances.