First, the ride-hailing pay calculations used by researchers, drivers, and companies can vary considerably — some don't fully account for the expenses and hours that impact a driver's profits.
Second, drivers' pay can fluctuate based on how often they drive, their vehicle's expenses, and how well their customers tip.
Aaron Lavender, a 36-year-old full-time Uber and Lyft driver in Colorado, previously told Insider that tips make up 10% to 20% of his income.
AdvertisementAdvertisementMinimum wage laws could help clarify drivers' payThe uncertainty of drivers' pay doesn't seem to have stopped Americans from giving ride-hailing gigs a shot.
The number of Uber drivers hit a record-high 5 million in 2022, with more than 70% of new drivers citing inflation as a reason they joined the platform, the company reported.
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