Side Hustle Time to Goal Calculator
Calculate how long your side hustle will take to reach your financial goal. Plan your path to $10K, $50K, or more with our free calculator.
Your Goal
Your financial goal
Amount you've already saved toward this goal
$10,000 remaining
Side Hustle Details
Time you can dedicate weekly
Your current effective hourly rate
Expected monthly rate increase
% going to taxes and expenses
Your Timeline
Time to Goal
9 months
Target Date
September 2026
Total Hours
390
hours of work
Avg Monthly
$1,194
net earnings
Milestones
25% - $2,500
Month 3 (March 2026)
50% - $5,000
Month 5 (May 2026)
75% - $7,500
Month 7 (July 2026)
100% - $10,000
Month 9 (September 2026)
Monthly Projection (First Year)
Summary
- Increase your hourly rate by adding skills
- Find ways to add 2-3 more hours per week
- Reduce expenses to keep more earnings
- Consider productizing your services
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></iframe>Frequently Asked Questions
How much can I realistically make from a side hustle?
This varies widely based on your skills and time investment. Freelancers typically earn $25-100+/hour depending on expertise. With 10 hours per week at $25/hour after expenses, you could save around $800-1000/month. Skilled professionals in tech or finance can earn significantly more.
How do I calculate my side hustle hourly rate?
Track your total earnings and divide by hours worked, including admin time. For project-based work, estimate hours per project. Remember to subtract expenses and set aside 20-30% for taxes to get your true net hourly rate.
Should I reinvest side hustle income back into the business?
It depends on your goals. Early on, reinvesting in tools, training, and marketing can accelerate growth. Once established, you might save more toward your goal. A common approach is to reinvest 10-20% while saving the rest.
What's a realistic growth rate for a side hustle?
Most side hustles can grow 3-10% monthly through rate increases and efficiency gains. Exceptional growth (15%+) is possible but usually requires significant time investment or a scalable business model. Be conservative in your projections.