Uber vs Lyft Earnings Comparison
Rideshare pay varies by city and time.
Last updated June 2, 2026
Line up Uber and Lyft on the same cost assumptions.
Your numbers
Example values are shown so you can see how it works. Replace them with your own.
- Uber net hourly$18.18/hr
- Lyft net hourly$15.52/hr
- Hourly difference$2.66/hr
- Uber net monthly$1,181
- Lyft net monthly$1,008
One platform may net more per hour at these inputs. Bonuses, dead miles, and insurance still belong in your decision.
Estimates only, based on the numbers you enter. Nothing is saved to the page address. Tax figures are rough planning numbers, not filing advice.
Assumptions this calculator makes
- Dead miles between rides should be included in miles per hour if possible.
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How to use it
- Track one week on each platform if you multi-app.
What this number means
Net hourly ignores surge luck unless your inputs average it in.
Common mistakes
- Ignoring rideshare insurance cost.
Frequently asked questions
Does this tell me which to choose?
No. It compares numbers you enter. Flexibility, risk, and burnout are yours to weigh.
Are taxes included?
Only if you add a tax reserve on the single-app calculators. This compare view focuses on net before tax reserve unless you model it in costs.
Why do results change?
Small changes in miles, tips, or orders per hour move net hourly a lot.
Uber vs Lyft last updated June 2, 2026. Back to all calculators.