Self employed salary in United States

The average salary for a Self Employed is $23.22 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 22 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 10, 2026.

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Self Employed salaries typically range between a low of $16.51 and a high of $32.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Self Employed include Delanco, NJ at $25.00 per hour, Berkeley Heights, NJ at $25.00 per hour, and Watchung, NJ at $25.00 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Self Employed include Aunt Martha's Health & Wellness ($180,250 per year) and New York Life ($125,000 per year).