Tutoring Rate Calculator
The hourly rate you need to charge.
Enter your values
Results update instantly as you type — no submit needed.
Results
- Rate to charge
- $57.07/h
- Billable hours per year
- 792
- Effective rate incl. prep
- $42.8/h
- Weekly revenue
- $1027.27
Quick answer
A tutoring rate must cover unpaid prep, travel and expenses, not just contact time.
Rate = (goal + costs) ÷ billable hours
How to use the Tutoring Rate Calculator
- 1Set your target annual income.
- 2Enter realistic billable hours and weeks.
- 3Add business expenses and prep time.
Frequently asked questions
Should I charge for prep?
Build it into the hourly rate rather than billing it separately.
How do group sessions change this?
Divide the rate per student but expect 60–75% of the solo rate each.