Does Amazon Flex keep you local?

It will vary. You will be assigned different areas when you pick up your packages from the warehouse.

Can you pick your location with Amazon Flex?

What if I'm moving and want to change my region or pick-up station in the app? In the Amazon Flex app, tap Menu > Help > Contact us > Send an Email to let us know your preferred region or pick-up station. Amazon will confirm if your pick-up station has been updated.

Does Amazon Flex keep track of your miles?

Does Amazon Flex Track Mileage? Currently, the official Amazon Flex app (often referred to as the “Rabbit”) does not have a built-in mileage tracking method. If you want to maximize your tax savings, you will need to download a separate mileage tracking app.

Can you work Amazon Flex in different cities?

Yes, really. Changing your location on Amazon Flex is completely free and super simple to do. All you have to do is log into your Amazon Flex account, click “Select a different location”, and choose the city nearest to you where there is an Amazon warehouse.

Are Amazon Flex deliveries in the same area?

The location listed in each offer is the delivery pickup location. The delivery route will not necessarily be in that same location. Many delivery routes will be within a roughly 20 miles radius of the pickup facility, but it could be further away.

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How many packages are in a 3 hour block?

You'll find that each block differs regarding how many packages you need to deliver. It depends on your area, time of day, and the route. However, you can expect to deliver somewhere between 35 to 80 orders during an average three-hour Flex block.

How far does Amazon Flex make you go?

It can be 5-20 mile radius. They usually give you plenty of time and I finish my blocks an hour early. They never take drive time and traffic at certain times of the day, into consideration. I was given routes that should've taken 3 hours, and they were talking me 5 hours at times.

How many Amazon Flex routes can you do in a day?

You can do as many Amazon Flex blocks as you want each day. However, there's a caveat involved here. The caveat is that Amazon won't let you work more than eight total hours per day. You could run a two-hour delivery route in the morning to pick up packages from your local Amazon warehouse.

How much can I make with Amazon Flex in a week?

As it turns out, Amazon Flex drivers are limited to working 40 hours per week. Drivers won't get assigned more than 8 hours of work per day, and most times it will be less than that. If we take the $23.35 per hour figure and apply it to a full 40-hour week, a very busy Flex driver will earn about $934.00 per week.

Why do some Amazon Flex routes pay more?

When Amazon calculates the Amazon Flex block pay rates, various factors come into play. There's also another factor at play here. Blocks with more orders tend to pay less than blocks with fewer orders. It happens because Amazon wants to ensure that its drivers get compensated fairly for the number of hours they work.

Do you have to tell your insurance about Amazon Flex?

Most insurance providers don't cover delivery driving under a personal insurance policy. And some insurance companies may void your personal policy if you don't disclose that you're a delivery driver.

Does Amazon Flex report to IRS?

Get your 1099-NEC from Amazon Flex

Both types of forms report your annual earnings. They're also sent out to the IRS. As long as you made more than $600 on Amazon Flex in the previous year, you should expect a 1099-NEC by January 31.

Is Amazon Getting rid of Flex?

Amazon's in-house delivery service called “Flex” has been discontinued.

How many times can you be late with Amazon Flex?

However, in general, you can miss up to three blocks before your account is deactivated. If you miss more than three blocks, your account may be temporarily suspended or permanently deactivated.

Can 2 people work together for Amazon Flex?

Yes, you can work with someone else on Amazon Flex. If you want to do so, you'll first need to make two separate accounts. You can then log into each account and invite the other person to drive with you.

What is the highest paid Amazon Flex driver?

While ZipRecruiter is seeing annual salaries as high as $64,500 and as low as $18,500, the majority of Amazon Flex Delivery Driver salaries currently range between $31,500 (25th percentile) to $42,500 (75th percentile) with top earners (90th percentile) making $64,500 annually across the United States.

Does Amazon Flex pay better than DoorDash?

Pay: Amazon pays better but has more costs in general than DoorDash. Flexibility: DoorDash is more flexible because Amazon Flex requires drivers to commit to set blocks of time while DoorDash is more of a turn up and go gig.

Can Amazon Flex be a full time job?

It's definitely possible to go full-time as an Amazon Flex driver. However, it's important to recognize the program does not guarantee you'll always get enough shifts to meet 40 hours.

Can you work more than 40 hours on Amazon Flex?

You can work 40 hours a week if you can get enough routes.

What is the best time to get Amazon Flex blocks?

With peak hours starting at 10 A.M. and 4 P.M., you're likely to find blocks that drivers released an hour to 45 minutes before these busy shifts start. Try refreshing the app between 9 A.M. and 9:15 A.M. and again between 3 P.M. and 3:15 P.M.

How do I change my Amazon Flex region?

What if I'm moving and want to change my region or pick-up station in the app? In the Amazon Flex app, tap Menu > Help > Contact us > Send an Email to let us know your preferred region or pick-up station. Amazon will confirm if your pick-up station has been updated.

Can you take a passenger on Amazon Flex?

As some pickups and deliveries may take you away from your vehicle for long periods of time, bringing passengers or pets, except for service animals, when delivering with Amazon Flex may not be a good idea. Note that Amazon's commercial insurance will not cover any passengers in your vehicle in case of an accident.

How many Amazon Flex hours can you work a week?

Depending on what is available, you could have a weekly schedule with a portion of fixed, consistent shifts and then pick up more with flexible hours. Depending on location and available hours, these schedules range between 10 and 40 hours each week, with the benefits packages matching the number of hours worked.

How do Amazon Flex make a living?

What are the cons of Amazon Flex?

Cons. The main disadvantages are that, as a driver, you are responsible for paying your own gas, parking fees and maintenance costs. You also aren't considered an employee, which means you'll need to manage your own taxes and you won't get any benefits.