Food Delivery Workers Lack Job Security But Earn More than Average Young Urban Men

The typical food delivery worker is a 29-year-old male who lacks social security protections like ration cards or pension plans.

43.7% of food delivery workers are the sole wage earners for their families.

Food delivery workers earn 59.6% more than the average urban young male, but after fuel costs, this advantage narrows to just 5%.

Over half of food delivery workers joined platforms for better pay, independence, and to supplement family income.

Food delivery workers average 10.8 hour shifts, with over a quarter working these platforms for less than a year.