Gig Economy Tax Calculator
Enter your gig platform earnings from Uber, DoorDash, Upwork, or TaskRabbit to see net profit, SE tax, federal income tax, quarterly payments, and every deduction. Mileage at $0.67/mile and platform fees included.
Delivery miles (from pickup to drop-off and between deliveries) qualify for the mileage deduction.
1099-K expected
Your gross earnings exceed the $5,000 2024 threshold. The platform will send a 1099-K form to you and the IRS. Report all income whether or not you receive a form.
Total tax owed
$2,705
Effective rate: 11.3% of gross
Quarterly payment
$676
Take-home (net)
$15,075
Your Numbers
Total paid by the platform — before their fees or deductions
Total miles driven for gig work — qualifying business miles only
Fees taken by the platform (Upwork 10–20%, Fiverr 20%). Enter 0 if already deducted from your earnings.
Annual cost × your business-use percentage (e.g., $600/yr × 60% = $360)
Supplies, equipment, hotspot, car insurance (% business use), etc.
Deductions Summary
Tax Breakdown
Quarterly Payment Schedule
Q1 — Jan–Mar income
Due Apr 15, 2025
$676
Q2 — Apr–May income
Due Jun 16, 2025
$676
Q3 — Jun–Aug income
Due Sep 15, 2025
$676
Q4 — Sep–Dec income
Due Jan 15, 2026
$676
Pay via IRS Direct Pay or EFTPS. Underpayment penalty applies if you owe more than $1,000 at filing. Use the safe harbor rule: pay 100% of last year's tax liability to avoid penalties.
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2024 tax year. Federal only — state income taxes not included. Consult a tax professional for your specific situation.
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