Lyft Statistics and User Count (2023)

Lyft is a transportation network company (TNC) that operates a ridesharing platform, connecting passengers with drivers through a mobile app. It was founded in 2012 by Logan Green and John Zimmer and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Lyft provides a convenient and accessible alternative to traditional taxis and car services. Passengers can request rides through the Lyft mobile app, specifying their pickup and drop-off locations. Nearby drivers who are registered with Lyft can accept the ride request and pick up the passenger. The app provides real-time tracking of the driver’s location and estimated arrival time.

Lyft drivers use their own personal vehicles to provide rides to passengers. They go through a screening and onboarding process that includes background checks, driving record checks, and vehicle inspections to ensure safety and quality.

The Lyft app provides various features and options for passengers, including the ability to choose the type of ride (such as standard, shared, or luxury), estimate the cost of the ride upfront, and rate and provide feedback on the driver after the ride is completed. Payment is handled through the app, allowing for cashless transactions.

Lyft operates in numerous cities across the United States and Canada, as well as select cities in other countries. It has expanded its services beyond traditional ridesharing and offers additional options, such as Lyft Line (carpooling service) and Lyft Scooters and Bikes (micromobility services).

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Lyft Statistics

Here are a few of the most interesting Lyft statistics and facts I was able to dig up including user counts. As always, be sure to check back in the future as I will be updating this post as new and updated stats become available.

Lyft User Count

How many Lyft drivers are there?

2 million

Last updated 8/7/19

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Lyft number of riders:

19.6 million active riders

Last updated 5/4/23

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Lyft Revenue Totals

Lyft revenue (annual):

• 2022: $4.1 billion
• 2021: $3.208 billion
• 2020: $2.364 billion
• 2019: $3.615 billion
• 2018: $2.16 billion
• 2017: $1.05 billion
• 2016: $343 million
• 2015 (reportedly): $200 million

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Lyft net loss (annual):

• 2022: $1.6 billion
• 2021: $1.009 billion
• 2020: $1.752 billion
• 2019: $2.602 billion
• 2018: $911 million
• 2017: $688 million
• 2016: $682 million

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Lyft’s revenue per active rider:

$42.82

Last updated 10/30/19

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Lyft total bookings (annual):

• 2018: $8.054 billion
• 2017: $4.586 billion
• 2016: $1.904 billion

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Additional Lyft Statistics

How many rides has Lyft given?

1 billion rides

Last updated 9/18/18

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Lyft’s US market share:

35%

Last updated 6/28/18

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Average number of quarterly Lyft rides:

178.4 million

Last updated 1/1/19

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Number of Lyft employees:

5,500 employees

Last updated 1/29/20

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Amount that Lyft has reportedly raised in funding to date:

$5.1 billion
Last updated 6/28/18

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Reported average amount that Lyft drivers earn before expenses:

$29.47

Last updated 4/16/18

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Number of rides given as gifts with a Lyft gift card:

630,000

Last updated 9/18/18

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Number of Lyft shared rides to date:

233 million

Last updated 9/18/18

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Number of Lyft app installs to date:

65 million

Last updated 3/1/19

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Amount that Lyft raised in their IPO:

$2 billion

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Number of self-driving ride miles Lyft and Aptiv have given:

50,000

Last updated 5/31/19

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Amount Lyft drivers have earned in tips to date:

$500 million

Last updated 4/16/18

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Number of Lyft rides that have been rounded up for charity:

20 million

Last updated 11/19/18

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Number of rides Lyft has given to airports:

76 million

Last updated 9/18/18

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Longest Lyft ride to date:

Denver, CO to Sioux City, IA (639 miles)

Last updated 9/18/18

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Percentage of Lyft rides that occur in the winter:

47%

Last updated 9/18/18

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Most rides taken by a single Lyft rider:

9,000

Last updated 9/18/18

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Most rides given by a single Lyft driver:

31,000

Last updated 9/18/18

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Number of Lyft rides during happy hour all time:

88 million

Last updated 9/18/18

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Number of U.S. states Lyft is available in:

All 50 states

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Estimated number of Lyft Line rides given daily in NYC:

12,7000 rides

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Number of cities Lyft is available in the US and Canada:

300 cities

Last updated 10/30/19

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