Hi Lori!
Billy from Vermont here...I came to the site this morning because I am sort of in the same predicament you're in. First off, I have a
link for you, and second, after figuring out what they said I was worth, and what I found my competitors rates to be, and what I finally came up with were three different things. Being new in the field, being a one-person team, marketing my services in Vermont, and working from home, were all factors I took into consideration, and adjusted my rates accordingly. But to be candid with you, I also adjust my rates depending on who my client is. If they are a start up business with not much capital, of course the rates are much less. I get between $40 and $25 an hour depending on the aforementioned. ($40 being what
they say...I have heard others in the area asking $50+ but you know what, I get way more jobs than they do! :)
good luck, and be gentle on yourself!
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Originally Posted by webmidwife
I am doing an overhaul on my graphic/web design site - tbidesigns.com - and need to change my rates. I have looked on the web and found all different ranges for the rates. How does one determine the value of the rate they charge? Is there a certain protocol? Is it education/experience? Is it what we feel our time and talent is worth?
What about someone who is self-taught, but with experience?
Thank you for you opinions.
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