Hourly Independent Contractor Agreement
An hourly contractor agreement sets a rate per hour, defines invoicing cadence, and may include a maximum weekly or monthly hours cap.
When to Use a Hourly Rate
Use when work volume is unpredictable and you want to pay only for actual hours worked rather than a fixed project price.
What Makes This Type Different
How a Hourly Rate differs from the standard Independent Contractor Agreement.
- Payment is per hour of work, not per deliverable
- Often includes maximum hours per week or billing cap
- Contractor submits timesheets or invoices with hours logged
- Time tracking expectations should be specified
Other Independent Contractor Agreement Types
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Project-Based
Contract for a specific project or deliverable
Designer Contractor
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Software Developer Contractor
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Marketing Contractor
Contractor agreement for marketing and content professionals
Construction Contractor
Contractor agreement for construction and trades work
Standard Independent Contractor Agreement
View all variants and the standard template
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the Hourly Rate.
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