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How Can I Reduce My UpWork Rate?

Last updated on January 28, 2023 @ 1:18 pm

As a freelancer, one of the most important things you can do is keep your hourly rate competitive. After all, if you’re too expensive, potential clients will simply move on to the next freelancer in their search.

But how do you know what’s too expensive – or too cheap?

To get an idea of what your hourly rate should be, start by looking at what others in your field are charging. Use sites like UpWork to search for freelancers with similar skillsets to yours, and see what their hourly rates are.

If most of them are charging $20-$30 per hour, you’ll want to be in that ballpark as well.

Of course, there are other factors to consider as well. If you’re just starting out, you may need to charge a bit less to attract clients.

Conversely, if you have a lot of experience or specialize in a highly sought-after skill, you can probably charge more.

In the end, it’s up to you to decide what your hourly rate should be. Just make sure it’s competitive enough to attract clients – without pricing yourself out of the market.

How Can I Reduce My UpWork Rate?

By looking at what others in your field are charging and seeing what their hourly rates are, you can get an idea of what your own hourly rate should be.

PRO TIP: Reducing your rate on Upwork may seem like a good way to attract more clients and win more projects. However, this can actually have the opposite effect and may result in you losing out on potential clients and earnings. If you are considering reducing your rate, we recommend doing so with caution and only after careful consideration.
Morgan Bash

Morgan Bash

Technology enthusiast and Co-Founder of Women Coders SF.