Accessibility consultant fee structures generally fall into four models: hourly rates, project-based pricing, monthly retainers, and per-page or per-screen pricing. Hourly rates typically range from $100 to $300 depending on experience. Project-based pricing is common for audits and VPAT/ACR work, with fixed quotes tied to scope. Retainers cover ongoing advisory and remediation support, often billed … Read more
Freelancing platform fees can run from 5% to 20% of every project, and for accessibility professionals working on audits, remediation, or VPAT projects, that cut adds up fast. The short answer: platform fees are worth paying when you’re new and need a steady pipeline, but they become a tax on your income once you have … Read more
UpWork charges freelancers a flat 10% service fee on all earnings from clients. This replaced the old tiered structure (20%, 10%, 5%) in May 2023. On top of the 10% service fee, freelancers pay for Connects to submit proposals, a 5% client-side marketplace fee that can affect rates, optional Freelancer Plus memberships, and withdrawal fees … Read more
Pricing accessibility services as a freelancer comes down to three things: what you deliver, how long it takes, and what the market supports. Most freelancers undercharge early on and overcorrect later. A grounded pricing approach from the start prevents both. The accessibility market is growing fast. Demand for WCAG 2.1 AA and WCAG 2.2 AA … Read more
Fiverr takes 20% of every completed order from the seller. On a $100 gig, $20 goes to Fiverr and $80 goes to the freelancer. This flat percentage applies to all sellers regardless of level, volume, or category. There are no monthly subscription fees or listing fees on top of the commission. For accessibility freelancers selling … Read more