Shipt pays people to shop for groceries and deliver them to members. It can be a flexible side job, but the pay depends on your area, your speed, and the orders you accept. Before you sign up, check the points below so you know what you’re signing up for.
| Item | Approximate figure |
|---|---|
| Base pay | about $12 to $20 an hour |
| Tips | added on top of base pay |
| Costs | gas and time between stores |
| Break-even | work a few shifts and track |
What to check before you sign up
- Requirements: age, vehicle, phone, and background check, as stated on the official shopper pages.
- Pay model: how the app calculates pay for each order, including tips.
- Costs: gas, car wear, and time spent shopping and driving between stores.
- Hours: when orders are available in your area.
Shipt’s official shopper help center has articles on getting started, claiming orders, and shopper pay. Read those before you decide.
A simple test
As a rough guide, shoppers often earn about $12 to $20 an hour before gas, with tips adding to the total. Try a few shifts and track order pay, tips, miles, and time in the store. Divide your net pay by the hours you worked.
Who this suits
- A good fit: you like shopping, you have free hours, and you can handle a fast pace.
- Not a good fit: you need steady, guaranteed income, or the store’s distance from you makes every trip too long.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a car?
Shipt’s shopper requirements state what vehicle you need. Check the official help center for your area.
Can I choose my hours?
In many areas, you pick the orders you want to accept, which gives you control over your schedule. Availability depends on your city.
My take
Shipt can work well if you enjoy shopping and have flexible time. Run a short test, track your real hourly pay, and keep it only if it covers your costs. Read the official Shipt shopper help center before you apply.
Sources
These official pages were used for this guide: shoppers.shipt.com.
