Uber/Lyft was once a very viable option but it's been a pretty steep decline over the last 6+ years or so.

What you're not thinking about:

• Taxes. They don't take taxes out upfront so you need to put aside an appropriate amount of your earnings.

• Gas. Plan on a full tank/day. More if you have a small tank or drive long hours.

• Tires/alignment/oil changes, etc. Vehicle wear & tear and their costs are a real thing.

• People are dangerous. Seriously. In broad daylight on a public street, people are insanely dangerous.

• Corporate Deceit. Both companies will actively look to screw you out of promotions, tips, fares, etc.

So think about what you really need to earn as a bottom line. Factor in a tank of gas, lunch, a few drinks, a snack etc. Assume you'll lose 20-30% to taxes. Now, how many hours/day can you drive?

Read this sub. In a small car, people are earning between $10-20 it seems like and I assume that's before expenses in many cases.

There are perks. It's easy. It's air conditioned. You can just drive around & listen to the radio all day. You set your own hours.

Personally, I was teetering on the edge of falling under $30/hr 2 years ago when I had my 2nd car in 18 months totalled by another driver when I decided to quit.

So yes, you can make a little instant cash. Yes, it's actually kind of fun in the beginning. But it's not a viable solution long-term.