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Day Rate Calculator
Convert between hourly and day rates and compare billing models
Day Rate Calculator
Convert between hourly and day rates, compare billing models, and find the optimal pricing structure for your freelance work in the Netherlands.
Hourly to Day Rate Converter
Day to Hourly Rate Converter
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ℹ️ Understanding Day Rates vs Hourly Rates
When to use day rates?
- Project-based work: When scope is well-defined
- On-site consulting: Client expects full-day commitment
- Long-term contracts: More predictable income
- Creative work: Where time tracking is difficult
When to use hourly rates?
- Variable scope: Requirements may change
- Short tasks: Work that takes less than a day
- Maintenance work: Ad-hoc support and fixes
- Multiple small clients: Easier to bill precisely
Typical Dutch ZZP rates
Average day rates in the Netherlands vary by experience and field:
- Junior (0-2 years): €250-€450/day
- Medior (2-5 years): €400-€650/day
- Senior (5+ years): €600-€1,200/day
Rates vary significantly by industry (IT, design, consulting, etc.)
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