Australia · Earnings guide · 2026
Airtasker Earnings Australia 2026: How Much Can You Make?
Real task rates by category, what it takes to match a wage on Airtasker, how to maximise earnings — and the important detail that Airtasker is not covered by the $31.30/hr delivery ruling.
Airtasker is NOT covered by the $31.30/hr ruling
The Fair Work road transport determination that guarantees food-delivery riders $31.30/hr from 1 July 2026 applies to platforms like Uber Eats, DoorDash and Menulog. Airtasker is a task marketplace, not a delivery service, and sits outside that determination — so there is no regulated floor. What you earn is what you and the client agree per task.
Average task rates by category
| Category | Typical rate | Per hour | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| General cleaning | $50 - $120 / task | $30 - $50/hr | Most common category. Rate depends on home size; regular clients give predictable income. |
| Furniture assembly (IKEA etc.) | $60 - $150 / task | $35 - $55/hr | Skilled and fast workers clear two jobs a day. Flat-pack bookcases pay less than wardrobes. |
| Pickup & delivery | $40 - $100 / task | $25 - $45/hr | Bigger items (fridges, furniture) pay more; factor fuel and a ute/van into your quote. |
| Moving help / loading | $80 - $200 / task | $35 - $50/hr | Two-person jobs pay better. Repeat removalist work is the highest-volume category. |
| Handyman / minor repairs | $80 - $250 / task | $45 - $70/hr | Licensed or trade-experienced workers command the top of the range. |
| Gardening / yard cleanup | $70 - $180 / task | $30 - $50/hr | Seasonal. Green-waste removal and ride-on mowing push the high end. |
| IT / computer help | $60 - $180 / task | $50 - $80/hr | Niche but high hourly rate; fewer tasks posted than cleaning or delivery. |
Rates are indicative, drawn from publicly posted Airtasker listings and worker reports. Individual task value depends on size, location and your reviews.
Airtasker vs the regulated platforms
| Platform | $31.30 ruling | Avg hourly | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uber Eats / DoorDash / Menulog | Covered | $31.30 floor (regulated) | Covered by the Fair Work road transport determination from 1 July 2026. |
| Airtasker | Not covered | $30 - $50/hr typical | Task marketplace — not a delivery service under the road transport determination. |
| Amazon Flex | Not covered | Varies | Parcel delivery under a separate freight classification, not the same floor. |
Tips to maximise Airtasker earnings
Top earners on Airtasker pick one or two categories (e.g. flat-pack assembly or end-of-lease cleaning) and build reviews and repeat clients there. A 5-star specialist out-earns a generalist who bids on everything.
New taskers underprice to win the first jobs. Once you have 10+ five-star reviews, quote at or above the median — clients filter by reviews first, price second.
Travel time is unpaid. Two cleaning jobs in adjacent suburbs pay far better per hour than two jobs 40 minutes apart. Plan the day as a route, not individual tasks.
Airtasker takes a service fee from the worker side. Regular clients often move to direct booking after a few jobs — that is legal and lifts your effective rate by the fee amount.
Fuel, vehicle wear, tools and phone data are deductible against Airtasker income. Without records you pay tax on the gross; with records you pay tax on the real profit.
The honest maths
At a $40-50/hr effective rate after the platform fee, matching a $70,000 salary means 30-35 billable hours a week — plus unpaid time bidding, travelling and messaging clients. Realistic full-time Airtasker income in an Australian metro area lands at $50,000-80,000 a year for an established, well-reviewed tasker. Casual weekend taskers should expect $200-500 a week. There is no floor, but there is also no ceiling — the variance is the feature and the risk.
Airtasker earnings — FAQ
How much can you make on Airtasker in Australia?
A typical active Airtasker in Australia makes $30-50 an hour across the popular categories, with most individual tasks paying $40-150. Full-time taskers doing cleaning, furniture assembly or moving help commonly report $1,000-2,000 a week before expenses; casual taskers doing a few jobs on weekends make $200-500. Licensed tradespeople posting on the handyman category earn at the top of the range, $45-70/hr.
Is Airtasker covered by the $31.30/hr minimum wage ruling?
No. The $31.30/hr floor that took effect on 1 July 2026 is a Fair Work road transport determination that applies to food-delivery and certain transport gig platforms such as Uber Eats, DoorDash and Menulog. Airtasker is a task marketplace, not a delivery service, and sits under a different classification — so the regulated minimum does not apply. Airtasker earnings depend entirely on the rate you and the client agree per task.
What are the highest-paying Airtasker categories?
By hourly rate: handyman and minor repairs ($45-70/hr for skilled workers), IT help ($50-80/hr but lower volume), furniture assembly ($35-55/hr), and moving help ($35-50/hr but higher task value). Cleaning is the highest-volume category at $30-50/hr; it pays less per hour than trades but has the most available work, so it is where most new taskers build their first reviews.
Does Airtasker take a cut of my earnings?
Yes. Airtasker charges a service fee on the worker side, tapered so lower-earning taskers pay a higher percentage and high-volume taskers pay a lower one. The exact tier depends on your rolling earnings on the platform. Build the fee into your quote — a $100 task does not put $100 in your pocket.
How many Airtasker tasks do I need to match a full-time wage?
At a $40-50 average hourly rate after the platform fee, matching a $70,000 annual salary means roughly 30-35 billable hours per week, plus unpaid time bidding, travelling between jobs and messaging clients. Realistically, full-time Airtasker income lands at $50,000-80,000 a year for an established, well-reviewed tasker in a metro area.
Is Airtasker worth it compared to food delivery?
It depends on your skills and vehicle. Food delivery now has a regulated $31.30/hr floor but is capped by the platform and the shift length. Airtasker has no floor but no ceiling either — a skilled furniture-assembly or cleaning specialist can out-earn delivery per hour, especially once they have repeat clients. The trade-off is income volatility: delivery is steadier, Airtasker is higher-variance.
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Open the Gig Worth Calculator →Earnings figures are indicative, drawn from publicly posted task rates and worker reports; actual results vary by category, location, reviews and hours worked. Airtasker is not covered by the Fair Work road transport determination effective 1 July 2026.