[cj]

According to one analysis [1], working for Uber pays $8.80-$11 per hour (after subtracting car related expenses).

The federal minimum wage is $7.25/hr. But certain cities are much higher, for example New York City is $15.00. In San Francisco, it’s $15.59.

Also worth mentioning that most of these averages are not taken from drivers working full-time (40 hours per week). So while they may be able to make near minimum wage on an hourly basis, they may not be able to achieve that hourly rate for a full 40 hours per week due to fluctuating demand for rides.

[1] https://www.ridester.com/how-much-do-uber-drivers-make

[jcranberry]

Do minimum wage workers typically get the option to get health care?

[cj]

It depends if they’re part-time or full-time.

Companies are not required to offer health insurance to part-time employees. Employers with more than 50 employees are required to offer health insurance to full time employees.

(IANAL)