April 2026 Freelance Engineer Average Unit Price Reaches 772,000 JPY; Consultant Rates Rise for 3rd Month
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- 📰 Published: May 13, 2026 at 00:50
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En Inc.'s 'Freelance Start' reported that the average monthly unit price for freelance engineers in April 2026 was 772,000 JPY, with total listings exceeding 425,000 projects. Consultant roles showed exceptional growth, with average rates rising for the third consecutive month to 1.051 million JPY and a peak price of 4.8 million JPY. While programming language rates overall saw a seasonal dip, high-level roles like VPoE and Engineering Managers remained stable due to sustained DX demand. Remote work accounted for 32.7% of projects, maintaining a slightly higher pay scale than on-site roles.