Uber Eats driver earned $8K in one month and filmed it all for TikTok
Many people look at working for food delivery services like Uber Eats as a side hustle — a way to earn a little extra money on the side. And, with the COVID-19 pandemic limiting many restaurants to takeout or delivery only, taking on some hours delivering food could be a good way to put a little extra cash in your pocket.
But Sam Lyon of Salem, Oregon, wondered if it was possible to earn a liveable wage by working ...
Posted — UpdatedBut Sam Lyon of Salem, Oregon, wondered if it was possible to earn a liveable wage by working exclusively for Uber Eats. After a planned IT job fell through, he needed to find a way to earn money quickly.
So, he decided to set a 30-day challenge for himself to see how much money he could earn as a delivery driver for Uber Eats. At the same time, he thought it would be interesting to document his experiment on TikTok.
On Day 1, he outlined the challenge on his TikTok account: 30 days of delivery for 12 hours each day. The goal: make as much money as possible. Of course, Lyon knew there would need to be some sacrifice to fulfill his goal.
Lyons early set a daily earnings goal of $300. He got oh-so-close a few times before finally smashing through the pay ceiling on day 6! According to this TikTok video, he averaged over $30 an hour during his 12-hour day.
It is fascinating to watch Lyon’s progress as he settles into his routine each day. He gets to know the workers and even some of his clients, shares tips on how to sign up for an Uber Eats gig, and more.
So, according to Lyon’s experiment, it is possible to make almost $100K a year as an Uber Eats driver. Of course, results will vary depending on a driver’s hours, community and hustle. But, it may be worth looking into if you need a full-time job.
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