Seattle ranks as the most expensive US city for Uber rides
Washington state has the highest average cost for a half-hour Uber ride at $53.46,while Indiana offers the lowest at around $30.35.
Seattle is identified as the most expensive city for a 30-minute Uber trip, costing nearly $60, whereas Indianapolis is the cheapest at approximately $28.33.
Uber ride prices nationwide increased by 7.2 percent in 2024, with competition from services like inDrive potentially influencing lower fares in some areas.
When considering affordability relative to average hourly wages, Washington, D.C., is the most affordable city for Uber rides, while Cheyenne, Wyoming, is the least affordable.
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