Fixed Fare Payouts: Why NYC Drivers Deserve to Know Exactly What They'll Earn
Fixed Fare Payouts: Why NYC Drivers Deserve to Know Exactly What They'll Earn
The Problem with "Mystery Math" in Rideshare
If you've driven for other rideshare or for-hire platforms in NYC, you've probably experienced it.
You complete a ride, check your earnings, and they're lower than expected. Or maybe you drove in bad weather, thought you'd cash in on "surge pricing," and the payout still disappointed.
Most platforms use dynamic payout models. Complex algorithms change what you earn based on demand, time of day, passenger promotions, or even internal targets. The same trip can pay two different amounts on two different days. For a driver trying to plan bills, fuel, or family expenses, that kind of inconsistency isn't just frustrating—it makes stability impossible.
At Agape, we believe driving should be simple, transparent, and fair. This is rideshare reimagined — built for drivers, the way it should be.
Agape's Fixed Split Model: Simple, Fair, Predictable
Our rideshare platform works differently:
- You always receive 70% of the base fare for every ride you complete.
- Government-required taxes and fees, like congestion pricing and tolls, go directly to the passenger's bill and are not part of the calculation.
- The percentage never changes—short trip, long trip, holiday, or peak-hour surge.
- There's a $10 minimum payout to the driver, so even the shortest trip puts at least $10 in your pocket.
For passengers, the fare on a minimum trip is the $10 driver payout, plus Agape's 30% share, plus any required government fees.
Why Predictability Wins for Drivers
1. Budgeting Without Guesswork
Knowing your percentage never changes, and that every trip meets a $10 minimum, means you can plan a shift before you even start the car. That makes fuel, maintenance, and household budgeting far easier.
2. Lower Stress
Dynamic payouts encourage drivers to stay out longer than planned, chasing "sweet spot" earnings. With a fixed split and a trip minimum, you can set your own schedule without the app dictating your day.
3. Transparency Builds Trust
We're NYC-based and driver-founded. The math is clear and easy to verify, so you always know where you stand.
Example Rideshare Payouts
Passenger Base Fare*Driver Payout (70%)Notes$14.29$10 (minimum payout)Even a 1-block trip pays you at least $10.$30.00$21Mid-range trip, steady 70% split.$60.00$42Longer trip or busy period, same fixed split.
*Base fare shown before government taxes and fees.
What About Private Account Trips?
Alongside rides through our public app, Agape has long-standing partnerships with private accounts, including medical transportation contracts, that follow different pricing rules.
- These trips are not calculated with a fixed 70/30 split because many rates are set by government or contract terms.
- We set payouts based on what we believe is fair for drivers.
- On average, drivers earn about 75% of the fare on these trips, which comes to roughly $30 per ride across the city. Drivers who take mostly short local trips will see lower averages.
- Every private account trip has a $15 minimum fare.
Private account work is a big part of Agape's history in NYC and continues to offer steady, well-paying rides for drivers who want a mix of passengers and trip purposes.
The Bigger Picture
This is about putting control back in the driver's hands. Our fixed split and minimum payout policies mean you can:
- Accept trips knowing exactly what you'll earn.
- Build a schedule that works for you.
- Plan your finances with real, predictable numbers.
Drive with a Company That Works for You
The streets of NYC will always be unpredictable. Your pay shouldn't be. With Agape, you get the stability to focus on the road, your passengers, and your goals—not an app's hidden math.
This is rideshare reimagined — built for drivers, the way it should be.
