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Project Quote Calculator
Turn estimated hours, your rate, and a contingency buffer into a clear project quote range you can send with confidence.
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Recommended quote
Base + contingency
Breakdown
- Base (hours × rate)
- $4,000
- Contingency
- $800
- Quote range low
- $4,000
- Quote range high
- $5,520
How this works
- Enter estimated hours for the project.
- Add your hourly rate.
- Set a contingency percent for unknowns.
- We show base quote, contingency, recommended quote, and a high range.
You have a quote. Now plan the project that delivers it.
WorkFocus keeps client tasks, notes, and updates in one place so delivery matches the quote.
FAQ
How do freelancers calculate a project quote?
Multiply estimated hours by your hourly rate, then add contingency for risk. Many freelancers use 15–25% contingency on uncertain scopes.
Should I show the client my hourly math?
Not always. Many freelancers share a fixed quote with a clear scope, while keeping the rate math internal.
Is this quote calculator free?
Yes. No signup required. When the project is sold, plan the work day by day in WorkFocus.
Bring this work into a daily plan.
WorkFocus is the daily workspace for freelance developers — today's tasks, client projects, and bugs in one place.
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