Lyft Driver Earnings Calculator

Calculate your weekly net earnings as a Lyft driver after all operating expenses.

Weekly Gross Earnings ($)

Weekly Bonuses/Streaks ($)

Hours Driven Per Week

Miles Driven Per Week

Gas Price Per Gallon ($)

Vehicle MPG

Weekly Car Payment Allocation ($)

Weekly Insurance Cost ($)

Project your monthly Lyft income and compare it to a traditional job.

Average Daily Gross ($)

Days Driven Per Week

Average Daily Miles

Gas Price Per Gallon ($)

Vehicle MPG

Monthly Fixed Costs ($)

Formula

Net Earnings = (Gross Earnings + Bonuses) - Gas - Insurance - Car Payment - Maintenance. Gas Cost = (Miles / MPG) x Gas Price. Maintenance = Miles x $0.06/mile.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Lyft driver pay compare to Uber?

Lyft and Uber pay rates are generally similar, though they vary by market. Lyft tends to offer more predictable streak bonuses while Uber offers surge pricing. Net earnings after expenses are typically within 5-10% of each other in most markets.

What is the Lyft service fee percentage?

Lyft typically takes a service fee that varies by ride type and market, generally ranging from 20-40% of the rider fare. Drivers see their earnings breakdown for each ride in the app.

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