How much can drivers make with Uber?
The money you make driving with the Uber app depends on when, where, and how often you drive. Find out how your fares are calculated and learn about promotions, which can help increase your earnings.¹
Estimate earnings
$1,217 / week
(includes $79 in tips)
in Washington D.C., District of Columbia
Hours per week
How earnings are calculated
Standard trip fare
Earn a base fare plus amounts for how long and how far you drive. Per-minute and per-mile rates vary by city.
Surge
Check the heat map in your app to find out when and where rider demand is high, so you can earn more on top of your standard fare.
Other types of earnings
Make money on additional passenger pickups on Pool, while waiting for riders, and on minimums for short trips.
Service fee
This fee helps fund things like app development and customer support.
Booking fee
Riders pay a booking fee to help cover safety, regulatory, and operational costs such as insurance.
Cancellations
In most instances, you’ll receive a cancellation fee if a rider cancels a request.
Standard delivery fare
For each delivery, you earn flat amounts for pickup and dropoff and how far you travel. Time and traffic delays are factored into your fare.
For multiple orders
In addition to receiving the standard amounts for pickup and distance, you earn for every dropoff.
Boost
Earn more at busy times in places where more people order food.
Promotions and how they work
In-app promotions based on where the Driver app expects the most ride requests in your area help you plan ahead and set goals to maximize earnings. Not all promotions are available to all drivers. See terms below.²
Reach a set number of trips
Earn extra money if you complete a set number of trips in a certain amount of time when the offer is available.
Example: earn $30 extra for completing 20 trips this week.
Drive during busy times
Get paid extra for trips in certain areas at busy times.
Example: earn an extra $6 for completing 3 trips in a row with the first trip starting downtown between 4pm and 6pm.
Some ways to earn
Getting ahead with the app
The app has powerful features to help you make the most of your time on the road. From tracking trends to informing you of earning opportunities nearby, the app is your resource on the road.
Planning around meals and commutes
You can increase your chances of getting more delivery requests by signing in to both Uber and Uber Eats during rush hour and mealtimes.
Getting tipped for your service
After every trip, riders can easily tip you directly in the app. You always keep 100% of your tips.
Cash out fast
Your earnings are transferred to your bank account every week. And with Instant Pay, you can cash out up to 5 times a day.
Saving on driving expenses
Running your own business comes with flexibility and also overhead. Fuel, insurance, and vehicle maintenance might be tax-deductible, and Uber has partnerships to offer discounts that support you.
Take a quick tour of the Driver app
Interested in learning more? You have a go-to resource filled with tips from other drivers and informative videos to support you while driving with Uber.
Top questions from drivers
- How do I earn with surge?
During busy times, surge will appear on the map as red, orange, and yellow. For non-California drivers: to earn surge, drive to the colored areas, stay online, and accept your next trip. Surge amounts will be applied once you complete your trip.
For California drivers: to earn surge, accept trips with pickups in the colored areas on the map. Surge multipliers will be applied to your base, time, and distance rates once you complete your trip.
- Where can I see my trip earnings?
You can see your earning summaries in the app. Tap the fare icon on your map screen, then swipe right and left to see your earnings.
- Can I drive with the Uber app only on weekends?
Yes. You decide when and how you want to drive. If you’re looking for a flexible way to earn, driving with Uber may be perfect for you.
- Are drivers paid for tolls?
When on a trip, the toll amount is charged to riders and automatically added to your fare. You can see your toll reimbursement in the earnings section or trip details inside the app.
¹Material provided on this page is for informational purposes only and does not guarantee earnings. Earnings structures may differ by city. Always check your city-specific website for the most accurate details on delivery fares in your city.
²Not available in California. Uber will inform you when you are eligible for a promotion. Restrictions to promotions apply. Any restrictions and terms will be shared with you in the specific promotion or tool. Uber reserves the right to change or cancel any promotion, including but not limited to the requirements necessary to get such a promotion.
Company