Curb (taxi app)

App for licensed taxi drivers · NYC, Chicago, Philadelphia, DC, Miami, New Orleans, LA, SF, Boston, Charlotte, Raleigh and more

Typical pay

$15–30/hr

Metered fares plus e-hail and corporate trips. Gross, before vehicle and medallion/lease costs.

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Worker: Contractor (1099)
Vehicle: Licensed taxi or for-hire vehicle
License: Regular driver's license
Min. age: 21+
Schedule: Flexible / on-demand
Home time: Home every night
Benefits: None
Paid: Daily payouts
Tips: Yes
You cover: Vehicle or taxi lease, fuel, insurance
Upfront: City taxi license and vehicle permits

Requirements to drive for Curb (taxi app)

Local taxi / for-hire license
Licensed vehicle
Curb Driver App

Experience needed

You must already hold a city taxi or for-hire license

Pros

Extra trips on top of street hails
Daily payouts

Cons

Must already be a licensed taxi driver
Only in cities with Curb

Who it suits best

Existing taxi drivers who want more app-booked trips

App pay isn't take-home pay. As a contractor you cover gas, car costs and self-employment tax. Estimate what you'd keep with our earnings calculator.

Figures are typical reported ranges in U.S. dollars, reviewed September 2026. Pay and requirements change often and vary by location. Confirm with Curb (taxi app) before applying. The Apply button may be an affiliate link.

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