True Hourly Rate Calculator

By Brenden Warn, Founder & Gig Economy Analyst

Gig apps show your gross pay — not what you actually earn. Enter your shift details to see your real hourly rate after all expenses.

Gross Earnings ($)

Hours Worked

Miles Driven

Other Expenses ($)

Gross Hourly Rate

$0.00/hr

True Hourly Rate (after expenses)

$0.00/hr

Gas Cost Estimate

$0.00

Net Earnings

$0.00

Why your true hourly rate matters

DoorDash might show you earned $25/hour, but after gas ($0.15-0.20/mile), vehicle depreciation, self-employment tax (15.3%), and other expenses, your actual take-home could be closer to $15-18/hour.

Knowing your true rate helps you decide which shifts are worth your time, which platforms pay best in your market, and whether gig work is meeting your income goals.

Track every shift automatically

ShiftTracker calculates your true hourly rate for every shift — automatically.

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