Many clients think in days, not hours. Work out the day rate that delivers the income you want — then print a rate card you can actually send.
| Rate | Amount |
|---|---|
| Hourly equivalent (day ÷ 8) | |
| Half day (4 hours) | |
| Full day | |
| Week (5 days) | |
| Billable days per year behind this rate |
Day rates suit project and consulting work: the client buys your focus for a day, and nobody watches a clock. They're also harder for clients to comparison-shop against cheap hourly listings — which is the point. Quote the day rate as your default, keep the hourly equivalent for small tasks, and only discount the week if a guaranteed block of days is worth real money to you.
The tax set-aside is a planning estimate you choose, not a tax calculation. For estimation only — not tax, accounting, or financial advice. Last updated November 2026.