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Found this. NOt sure how true it is. Probably a gross generalization.
Uber Driver vs. Taxi Driver
Posted 7 years ago
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Well for one thing the pay on this is way off...
Seems about right, with the exception of the taxi driver being "specially trained" (LOL) and the Uber driver making $25-$30 /hr. (not anymore)
Unless the Uber driver makes a single long ride and quits for the day, then Uber driver can say "I just made $30.00 per hour) :), Real average is probably somewhere between $14.00 - $22.00 (on good days)
Averages rely greatly on the market you drive in, your knowledge of the area, and how well you manage your driving time. Holidays and events can also have a big impact on earning potential.
Yesterday I drove from 4am - 9:30am. (5.5 hrs) Gross earnings were $174 Average hourly gross: $31
Today I drove from 4a-10a (6 hrs) Gross earnings were $180 Average hourly gross: $30
Know your market, know the neighborhoods, know local events, and play it like a pro. The money is still there, you just need to work harder for it.