Thinking about driving for Uber Eats full time? Whether you’re switching careers, supplementing other gig work, or going all in on food delivery, one of the first questions to ask is: How much can I realistically make?
Let’s dive into daily, weekly, and monthly income estimates, plus give you a calculator to help you crunch the numbers for your own goals.
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🧮 Uber Eats Earnings Calculator
Want to know what you could make doing Uber Eats full time? Use the calculator below based on your own hours, tips, and expenses
⚙️ Calculate Your Uber Eats Earnings
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💵 Average Full-Time Uber Eats Earnings
Most full-time Uber Eats drivers make between $700 and $1,200 per week, depending on:
- Location
- Time of day you drive
- Tips and bonuses
- Efficiency (deliveries per hour)
- Vehicle type and fuel efficiency
This translates to $2,800 to $4,800+ per month for full-time drivers (working 35–50 hours/week)
📅 Weekly Income Examples
| Hours/Week | Deliveries/Hour | Earnings/Week (Avg) |
|---|---|---|
| 35 hours | 2.5 | $875 |
| 40 hours | 2.5–3.0 | $1,000 – $1,200 |
| 50+ hours | 3.0+ | $1,300+ |
Uber Eats doesn’t pay a fixed hourly wage. You’re paid per delivery + tips + bonuses, which vary by market
🧾 What Affects Full-Time Income?
Base Pay per Delivery
Ranges from $3–$7 depending on distance, pickup time, and location
Tips
100% of customer tips go to you—and they can make up 30% or more of your total earnings
Promotions
Boosts and surge zones pay extra for busy times and areas
Delivery Efficiency
The more deliveries you complete per hour, the more you make. Experienced drivers can hit 3–4 per hour during peak times
Expenses
Gas, insurance, maintenance, and wear-and-tear matter. Many drivers subtract 20%–30% of their gross pay for costs
📊 Full-Time Monthly Example
Let’s say you work 40 hours/week and complete 2.75 deliveries per hour:
- Base pay: $5
- Tip per delivery: $3
- Gross: 2.75 × ($5 + $3) × 40 = $880/week = $3,520/month
- Estimated expenses: $200/month
- Net monthly income: $3,320
Of course, this varies. Calculate your own with the tool on this page.
🚀 Pro Tips to Maximize Full-Time Earnings
- Drive during peak times (11am–2pm and 5pm–9pm)
- Deliver in busy zones like downtown or near universities
- Track your expenses for tax deductions
- Use apps like Gridwise or Stride to monitor mileage
- Keep your car clean and provide great service = better tips
💡 Final Thoughts
So how much can you make doing Uber Eats full time?
Most drivers earn $700 to $1,200 per week, or $35,000 to $60,000+ per year. With strategy, good timing, and great customer service, you can turn Uber Eats into a profitable and flexible full-time gig