Hourly Rate Guide 2025: What IT Freelancers Earn in the DACH Region

The Big Hourly Rate Overview

Remuneration for IT freelancers in the DACH region varies greatly – depending on specialization, experience, and location. Here are the current benchmarks.

Current market data shows significant differences depending on specialization

Software Development

Junior (0-3 years): €65-80/h | Mid (3-7 years): €85-110/h | Senior (7+ years): €110-140/h. For in-demand stacks like React/TypeScript or Rust, rates are at the higher end.

DevOps & Cloud

AWS/Azure Architects: €100-150/h | Kubernetes Specialists: €110-140/h | SRE: €95-130/h. Cloud expertise is in highest demand.

SAP & ERP

SAP Basis: €90-120/h | SAP FI/CO: €100-140/h | S/4HANA Migration: €120-160/h. The SAP migration wave continues to drive prices up.

Negotiation Tips

Know your market value, communicate the value of your work, and don't shy away from premium pricing if your expertise justifies it.

Careful calculation of hourly rates pays off