Flexibility Reigns Supreme for Gig Workers

The gig economy offers workers the opportunity to earn money by performing tasks across a range of categories. And, in fact, a new survey from Roadie shows flexibility is the top priority for gig economy workers who choose to drive as a side hustle, aside from earnings potential.

Roadie, a UPS Company, found that 78% of respondents cited the ability to choose when they drive as the most important factor in selecting a side hustle. The availability of opportunities (70%) and the ability to choose where they drive (69%) were close behind. 

Key takeaways:

• More than 10,000 active drivers showed that 62% of respondents don’t have a traditional full-time job, and on average, 55% of their income is from gig work. 
• Drivers show an overwhelming preference for some types of deliveries over others, with 78% (delivery of goods), 8% (restaurant delivery), 7% (ride-sharing) and 7% (grocery delivery).
• 65% of respondents said they are very concerned about the impact of inflation on their income and expenses as gig workers.
• The survey shows SUVs and pickup trucks are the most and third-most common types of vehicles owned by drivers, with cargo vans ranking fourth.