Uber drivers in New York City average $29.34 per trip, compared to $10.99 in Chicago and $14.36 in Phoenix. In fact, NYC drivers can rejoice. 22 Uber Driver Salaries in Phoenix, AZ provided anonymously by employees. What salary does a Uber Driver earn in Phoenix?
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How'd you like to make some extra money in your free time?
More and more people are signing up to becomeUber and Lyft drivers. But which service is better to work for and how much can you really make?
Potential drivers have questions
Steven Valentine is just out of the Army.
And since he drives a fuel sipping hybrid Camry, this veteran figured ridesharing would be a great way to earn extra income. He wondered if he should try to drive for Uber or Lyft.
'I was wondering which ones you can earn the most money, which one has better benefits,' he said.
At first glance the two rideshare services appear to be very similar, with Uber available in more cities.
But then when you dig deeper, you find that there are quite a few more subtle differences.
Woman has driven for both
Vicky Zwissler has been supplementing her print shop business as a driver for both Uber and Lyft at various times over the past four years. 'I love it, I absolutely love it,' she said.
She says she's done better with Uber, since it is in more cities, and is many riders are more familiar with it.
But Lyft, she says, has one big advantage: It has always encouraged passengers to leave a tip.
'There is a great tipping feature in Lyft, where the passenger can choose to tip at the end of the ride,' she said.
Now, though, Uber is finally adding tipping, so Uber drivers can expect to start receiving tips this summer.
However, with so many Uber riders not conditioned to tip, Zwissler is not holding her breath.
Lease option
Don't like the idea of all driving in your own car? Both companies will now let you lease a car instead of wearing out your own car.
Vicky said it's worth considering. 'The advantage to leasing is just that: you don't put miles on your car because it is extreme mileage, she said'
But leasing lowers your take home pay.
So which pays more?
Speaking of pay, Nerdwallet.com recently compared services and says:
Uber has two more bonuses:
Earn money delivering food through Uber Eats, and you can get paid more if you drive a fancier car. A BMW or Audi or Cadillac will get you higher paying fares (and probably cleaner passengers).
With both, Zwissler says you'll make the most money during peak times --such as Friday and Saturday nights --- but she has a caution.
'I've had four people throw up in my car, so I don't drive after 9 p.m. anymore,' she said.
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In the end, Nerdwallet gives a slight edge to Uber.
But don't expect to get rich: It says to earn $50,000 a year, you must provide:
That means about 10 rides per day, making it a full time job at that point. And don't forget you may have to pay extra for commerical auto insurance and gas between rides.
But Zwissler says it's not just about the money. 'The amazing people that I've met, that's why I'm still doing it,' she said.
By the way, these rideshare jobs are not just for young people: Uber says many of its new drivers are retirees, and even has a promotional deal with AARP.
Interested? Both companies have sign up sections on their website so you don't waste your money.
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Uber Pay Phoenix 2019Uber Driver Salaries in Phoenix
In the post below, we look into how much a typical Uber driver might earn (per year) driving in Phoenix, Arizona.
How much is an Uber driver’s salary in Phoenix?
Our salary estimate for Uber drivers operating in the Phoenix, Arizona region is approximately $45,926 per year.
To compare that rate with other cities, take a look at our full list of Uber pay estimates in the United States.
Weekly Earnings for a Typical Uber Driver
An average Uber Partner drives around 30 hours per week.
We estimate that the average trip for a Phoenix Uber driver yields $14.72.
Drivers usually complete two full trips per hour, equating to an hourly rate of $29.44.
Since an average Uber driver works about 30 hours per week, the total per-week earnings are $883.20 — making a year’s salary for a driver $45,926.
Costs & Expenses
This yearly earnings total includes a 20% fee taken by Uber.
However, costs differ significantly depending on drivers, as well as a driver’s chosen vehicle type — so make sure to do proper research & factor in relevant expenses, in order to get an accurate picture of a potential Uber Driver’s salary in Phoenix.
Feel free to email your local Uber office ([email protected]) and ask them about Driver-Partner salaries in the Phoenix area.
Uber Phoenix Hotspots & High Demand Hours
If you become an Uber driver in Phoenix, it’s worth taking note of the city’s hot-spot areas (and high-demand hours), which can greatly increase your revenue intake.
High-Demand Times for Uber Drivers in Phoenix:
Sunday – Thursday:
6am to 1pm 3pm to 10pm
Friday and Saturday:
11am to 6pm 8pm to 3am
East Valley, Demand Map (Blue Areas indicate demand):
Sunday through Thursday:
Friday and Saturday:
West Valley, Demand Map:
Sunday through Thursday:
Friday and Saturday:
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