Gig Earnings
Per-hour effective rate after expenses
About Gig Earnings
A gig-earnings calculator turns hours, miles, and per-task pay into a real take-home rate after expenses. Headline platform numbers ignore the cost of running your vehicle — at the IRS rate, a chunk of every payout effectively reimburses you for fuel, maintenance, and depreciation rather than being profit.
Frequently asked questions
Platforms quote gross. Real net subtracts vehicle wear (~58¢/mile in 2024 terms), self-employment tax (~15.3%), and dead miles between gigs.
Tips are entered separately so you can see the platform-pay vs. tip split. Tip-heavy markets and slow-tip markets behave very differently.
After expenses: $20-25/hour is decent for delivery; $30+ for rideshare in busy markets. Lower than that and you're effectively subsidising the platform.
Yes — wait time isn't paid but should be included in your hourly calculation, or you'll overestimate your real rate.
Set aside ~25-30% of net earnings for federal + state + self-employment tax. Quarterly estimated payments avoid a surprise bill at filing time.
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