Calculate Your Earnings
Your app earnings divided by active hours
Your Results
Gross Weekly Earnings
$400.00
- Gas Cost
-$37.50
- Maintenance ($0.10/mi)
-$30.00
- Self-Employment Tax (15.3%)
-$50.83
Net Weekly Earnings
$281.67
$14.08
Net Hourly Rate
$1,126.68
Est. Monthly
Tax Deduction: You can deduct $198.00 using the IRS mileage rate ($0.67/mile) to lower your tax bill.
How to Increase Your Net Earnings
Increase Gross Earnings
- Work during peak hours (lunch & dinner)
- Focus on higher-paying orders ($2+/mile)
- Multi-app during slow periods
- Learn your best zones and restaurants
Reduce Expenses
- Drive a fuel-efficient vehicle (30+ MPG)
- Decline long-distance low-pay orders
- Track all deductible expenses
- Use the IRS mileage deduction
Platform Comparison
| Platform | Avg Gross $/hr | Est. Net $/hr | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| DoorDash | $18-25 | $12-17 | Flexibility |
| Uber Eats | $15-22 | $10-15 | Urban areas |
| Instacart | $18-30 | $12-20 | High tips |
| Amazon Flex | $18-25 | $13-18 | Consistent pay |
| Shipt | $16-25 | $11-17 | Member tips |
| Grubhub | $15-22 | $10-15 | Scheduled blocks |
*Net estimates assume 15 mi/hr, 28 MPG, $3.50/gal gas, and 15.3% SE tax. Your results may vary.
What Delivery Driving Actually Pays
Real take-home numbers after gas, maintenance, and taxes. Not the gross earnings apps show you.
Essential Gear for Delivery Drivers
Maximize your earnings with the right equipment. These tax-deductible items pay for themselves.
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Phone Mount
Hands-free navigation
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Insulated Bags
Keep food hot/cold
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Power Bank
Keep phone charged
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Dash Cam
Protection & proof
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Trunk Organizer
Keep orders sorted
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Seat Cushion
Comfort on long shifts
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- →Insulated Food Delivery Bag Keep orders hot/cold for better ratings and tips
- →Dashboard Phone Mount Hands-free navigation for safe deliveries
- →36W Fast Car Charger Keep your phone charged during long shifts
- →20000mAh Portable Power Bank Backup power for extended delivery blocks