Freelancer salary in United States

The average salary for a Freelancer is $29.40 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 467 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 28, 2026.

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Freelancer salaries typically range between a low of $14.82 and a high of $58.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Freelancer include New York, NY at $44.43 per hour, Washington, DC at $37.06 per hour, and Los Angeles, CA at $35.80 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Freelancer include Interbrand ($239,200 per year) and Deutsch ($197,600 per year).