Freelance Pentester
Average rate
$91/hr
Typical range
$35–$140
25th–75th percentile
Submissions
33
Updated July 2025
Top market
United Kingdom
$180/hr typical
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Frequently asked questions
- How much do freelance Pentesters charge per hour?
- Based on 33 crowdsourced submissions, freelance Pentesters charge an average of $91 per hour, with most rates falling between $35 and $140. Last updated July 2025.
- What do top-earning freelance Pentesters make?
- The top 10% of Pentester submissions report $180 per hour or more. Rates at that level usually reflect deep specialization, senior experience, and clients in high-paying markets.
- Which skills matter most for Pentester rates?
- The most common skills in Pentester submissions are linux, pentesting, and ci/cd. Specializing in in-demand skills is one of the most reliable ways to justify a higher rate.
- Where does this Pentester rate data come from?
- Every rate is anonymously submitted by a real freelancer, consultant, or contractor and passes moderation before publication. contractrates.fyi is free and community funded.
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