🚗 Rideshare Driver Tools

What do you actually make driving Uber or Lyft?

Uber says $25/hour. After gas, depreciation, maintenance, and taxes — most drivers net $9–14. These calculators show you the real numbers.

⚠️ Uber and Lyft advertise gross earnings before expenses. Your actual take-home is typically 35–55% lower. These tools calculate what you keep.

📊 The rideshare reality check

$25
Advertised hourly rate Uber/Lyft promote
-$8.50
Average cost: gas, depreciation, maintenance per hour
-$3.20
Self-employment tax (15.3% of net profit)
~$13
Realistic net hourly in most US markets

Averages vary significantly by city, car type, hours driven, and driving style. Use our calculators for your specific numbers.

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