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Uber Net Earnings Calculator

Estimate what you actually take home from Uber after fees, mileage, expenses, and self-employment tax. This is an estimate tool, not tax advice.

Enter your numbers

Use your weekly total (fares + promos + tips, if included in your summary).
Used to estimate your effective hourly rate.
Include miles while online/driving to pickups if you track them that way.
If you don’t know, use a rough estimate — you can refine later.
Examples: phone mount, cleaning supplies, car wash, snacks/water (if you count them).
Assumptions: self-employment tax estimate uses 15.3% of net profit (estimate only). Mileage uses a default rate (you can switch to custom).

Results

These are estimates based on what you enter.

Estimated expenses $0.00
Net profit (pre-tax) $0.00
Self-employment tax (estimate) $0.00
Estimated take-home $0.00
Effective hourly rate $0.00/hr
đź’ˇ IRS Mileage Pro Tip

If you drive your own vehicle for gig work, you may be able to deduct $0.67 per mile using the IRS standard mileage rate. This deduction often reduces taxable income far more than drivers expect. The IRS standard mileage rate can change annually. Always verify the current rate when filing taxes.

This calculator estimates take-home pay only. Mileage deductions are claimed when you file taxes, not paid by the platform.

Disclaimer

This calculator is for informational purposes only and is not tax or financial advice. Actual results vary.

Common mistakes that skew gig pay estimates

  • Under-counting miles: Many drivers forget dead miles between trips.
  • Using gross summaries: Platform summaries may hide fees or adjustments.
  • Ignoring small expenses: Parking, supplies, and wear add up over time.

This tool works best with reasonable estimates — precision improves over time.

How Uber pay typically breaks down

  • Gross earnings may include trip fares, promotions/bonuses, and tips (depending on your summary).
  • Platform fees can include service fees and other charges visible in your weekly breakdown.
  • Miles matter because vehicle costs (fuel, maintenance, depreciation) can be significant over time.
  • Taxes are generally based on net profit, not gross earnings.

Tip: If your Uber summary shows gross and fees, enter those directly for the cleanest estimate.

Uber earnings FAQ

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Should I include tips in gross earnings?
Yes, if tips are part of what you actually received for that period.
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Do I need perfect mileage tracking?
No. Start with a reasonable estimate and improve later if you want accuracy.
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Is this “take-home” exactly what I’ll keep?
No, this is an estimate. Real taxes/expenses vary by situation.

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