Instacart Shopper True Hourly Wage Calculator (Canada)

Calculate your true hourly wage as an Instacart Shopper in Canada after hidden costs. Batch pay, shopping time (engine off), vehicle depreciation, gas, and taxes. CRA, CPP, km.

Province

Revenue & Time

Total earnings for the selected period

Time spent on trips or driving to pickups

Time app was ON (including idle time)

The Vehicle

Editable if you know your actual MPG

Odometer start vs end

Hidden Costs

Auto-filled based on region

72.5 cents/mile (2026 IRS standard rate)

Tolls, parking, car wash, phone data, etc.

Tax Settings

For accurate tax bracket calculation

Is Instacart Worth It in Canada?

In Canada you're responsible for CPP contributions and federal and provincial income tax. This calculator uses CRA mileage rates, Canadian gas prices by province, and CPP so you see your true hourly wage after batch pay and all costs.

How to Use This Instacart Calculator (Canada)

Select your province. Enter batch earnings, active and online hours, shopping time, and total kilometres. The calculator applies the CRA standard rate and provincial tax. Plan for CRA installments.

Data Sources

Tax rates: CRA and provincial indexation for 2026. Gas: Natural Resources Canada. Mileage: CRA automobile allowance. Data last updated: 2026-01-25.