How It Works
Three simple steps to get accurate calculations
1
Set Income Goal
Enter your target weekly take-home income.
2
Add Hourly Rate
Input your gross earnings per active hour.
3
Factor In Downtime
Set your active time percentage.
4
Include Costs & Taxes
Add vehicle costs and tax set-aside.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours do gig drivers work to make $1000/week?
With $28/active hour, 75% active, 45% deductions: Net = $11.55/total hour. Need 87 hours for $1K take-home. More realistic: $1K gross = ~42 hours, which nets $550-600 after costs/taxes.
What is a realistic active time percentage?
Typical: 60-80% active. Urban peak hours: 80%+. Suburban off-peak: 50-60%. Dead miles, waiting for orders, and app issues eat into active time. Multi-apping helps but has limits.
What should I budget for vehicle costs?
Budget 15-25% of gross for vehicle costs. Breakdown: Fuel 8-12%, depreciation 5-8%, maintenance 3-5%, insurance 2-4%. Efficient vehicles (hybrids) can hit 15%, gas guzzlers 25%+.
Is gig work sustainable as full-time income?
Possible but challenging. Need: High hourly rate ($25+ active), high active time (75%+), low vehicle costs (efficient car), and tax planning. Many full-timers earn $40-50K net, but burnout is real.
How do I increase my hourly rate?
Strategies: Work peak hours (meals, weekends), target surge/boost zones, cherry-pick orders ($1.50+/mile), multi-app for more offers, know your market hotspots. Rate varies 30-50% based on strategy.
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