Okay, let’s tackle this. So Mary Claire has a range of skills, but she’s not a software engineer or a lawyer. She’s in a more generalist role, which means her rate will be lower than someone with specialized skills. Looking at the skills she has, they’re more aligned with administrative or business support roles. In the US, administrative professionals with these skills can earn around $25–$40 per hour. Considering her location in Baltimore, which is a mid-sized city, her rate might be slightly lower than in a major city like New York or San Francisco. So I’ll estimate around $45 per hour, which is on the higher end of the range.