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Uber Eats Net Earnings Calculator

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

Enter your numbers

Include delivery pay + tips (if included in your total).
Used to estimate your effective hourly rate.
Include driving to pickup + dropoff if you track it that way.
Enter what you see in your weekly breakdown, if available.
Examples: insulated bag, phone mount, car wash, parking, supplies.
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

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

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 Eats pay typically breaks down

  • Gross earnings may include base delivery pay, promotions, and tips (depending on reporting).
  • Delivery costs can include more stop-and-go driving and parking—track what you can.
  • Miles matter because fuel and wear can quickly eat into take-home.
  • Taxes are generally based on net profit, not gross earnings.

Tip: If you do stacked orders, your gross can look great—but net depends heavily on miles + time.

Uber Eats earnings FAQ

Q
Should I count tips as income?
Yes, tips are part of your earnings and can impact your estimate.
Q
What expenses should I include?
Common items: insulated bags, phone mount, parking, supplies, and car-related costs.
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Is mileage just pickup-to-dropoff?
Many drivers track more than that. Use your own tracking approach consistently.

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