Airtasker is one of Australia’s largest platforms for connecting people who need tasks done with those who can do them. Taskers (those completing work) can earn anywhere from $200 to $3,000+ per month depending on skills, availability, and task category.
What Tasks Are Available on Airtasker?
| Category | Common Tasks | Typical Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Removals / moving | Helping people move house | $150–$600/job |
| Cleaning | End-of-lease, regular cleaning | $80–$250/job |
| Handyperson / trades | Minor repairs, furniture assembly | $50–$300/job |
| Delivery | Pick-up and delivery tasks | $30–$120/job |
| IT / tech support | Computer setup, data recovery | $60–$200/job |
| Gardening | Mowing, weeding, landscaping | $80–$300/job |
| Photography | Events, portraits | $100–$400/job |
| Admin / data entry | Remote data work, research | $30–$100/task |
Airtasker Fees
Airtasker charges a service fee to taskers (the person completing the work). As of 2025:
- New Tasker (free membership): 15% service fee
- Airtasker Pro ($9.99/month): 7.5% service fee + priority placement
On a $200 task at 15% fee, you receive $170. With Pro membership at 7.5%, you receive $185.
If you’re regularly completing $2,000+/month of work on Airtasker, Pro membership typically pays for itself.
Realistic Monthly Earnings
| Hours/Week | Task Rate | Gross Before Fees | After Airtasker Fee (~15%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 hrs/week | $30/hr | $600/month | ~$510/month |
| 10 hrs/week | $35/hr | $1,400/month | ~$1,190/month |
| 20 hrs/week | $40/hr | $3,200/month | ~$2,720/month |
Tips to Earn More on Airtasker
- Complete your profile fully — verified ID, clear photo, descriptive bio
- Get your first few reviews — offer competitive pricing initially to build a rating
- Respond quickly — platforms reward fast responders with better visibility
- Specialise in higher-value categories — trades, removals, and IT tasks typically pay more per hour than cleaning or deliveries
- Upgrade to Pro once you’re earning consistently — the lower fee rate adds up
Tax on Airtasker Income
Airtasker income is taxable in Australia. The ATO receives third-party data from Airtasker for compliance purposes.
- Declare all Airtasker income in your annual tax return
- If you operate regularly as a business (not one-off), you should have an ABN
- You can deduct work-related expenses (tools, equipment, transport to job sites, platform fees)
- If annual income from all self-employment exceeds $75,000, GST registration is required
Consult a registered tax agent for advice on your specific situation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth doing Airtasker in Australia?
Airtasker is worth it for those with practical skills (trades, removals, cleaning, IT) who want flexible supplementary income. Earnings are variable — highly rated taskers with in-demand skills consistently earn $1,000–$3,000+/month on the platform. Building reviews is the key initial challenge.
How much does Airtasker charge in fees?
Airtasker charges taskers a 15% service fee on standard (free) membership, or 7.5% on Airtasker Pro ($9.99/month). There is also a payment processing fee of approximately 1.5–2%.
Do I need an ABN for Airtasker?
If you’re regularly providing services through Airtasker as a business activity, you should have an ABN. Apply free at abr.gov.au. A single one-off task is less clear-cut — if in doubt, speak with a registered tax agent.
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Earnings and fee data sourced from Airtasker platform documentation and community data. Figures are estimates. Tax information is general — consult a registered tax agent for your specific situation.