I figure the reason is because you've been charging too cheap prices for a long time, or rather always, and it's reflected in your job history. If you've alway

I figure the reason is because you've been charging too cheap prices for a long time, or rather always, and it's reflected in your job history. If you've always charged $20, why would anyone pay you more now? Some freelancers get paid $50-80/hour only, but you probably are going to be stuck with your current rate.