IT consulting rates are slightly different depending upon where in the world you reside.  The IT consulting rates mentioned in this entry will be based in U.S. dollars, so make sure to do some conversions.   These rates work well for populated suburban areas and major metropolitan areas.  If you are in an area of low population or a rural area, you will find you can’t charge as much, but you will have business costs that will be quite low.

IT Consulting Rates for Micro Small Businesses

When you are dealing with micro small businesses, IT consulting rates are going to vary because of the involvement of gurus and volunteers.  You can find rates from $0 to $50 and sometimes more.  If you want to work with micro small businesses as a stepping stone to sweet spot clients, you need to get only the best and most profitable.  

Set Your Rates High

You need to charge at the top of the IT consulting rate range or above when dealing with micro small businesses because otherwise you will not be able to switch from moonlighting to full time.

Charging $50 or less for IT consulting services just doesn’t work.  The only people charging rock-bottom rates are moonlighters that will never be full-time consultants.  You just can’t be happy and work 80 hours per week for $20,000 per year.  

Added By:  Joshua Feinberg