As a Dasher, understanding the trends in your region helps you see the bigger picture of how and where demand is growing. These insights highlight what customers in your area are ordering most, how geography and city layout affect delivery demand, and what that means for your opportunities to earn. By keeping a pulse on regional dashing trends, you can make more informed choices about when, where, and how you want to dash.
For this report, the Midwest region of the United States includes data from cities in the states of Oklahoma, Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Wisconsin, Missouri, Nebraska, Minnesota, Iowa, Kansas, North Dakota, and South Dakota.
DASHING IN THE MIDWEST:
MUST-KNOWS & CONSIDERATIONS
The Midwest is a region built on consistency and resilience.
In bustling metros like Chicago, Dashers can tap into regular demand, while smaller cities such as Minneapolis, Cleveland, or Omaha offer a strong balance of order volume and manageable routes. Even in smaller towns, community-minded customers are likely to be reliable tippers given more familiarity or repeat interactions with Dashers.
Plus, changing seasons create natural opportunities. Snowy winters and stormy summers can boost demand as more customers prefer delivery in these seasonal conditions. Dashers who come prepared with the right gear — snow tires and winter boots in the winter, waterproof jackets and footwear in the summer — can deliver more efficiently and earn more when demand rises and competition is lower.
With a mix of busy cities and welcoming communities, the Midwest offers a steady, dependable environment to dash year-round.
DELIVERY HIGHLIGHTS
IN THE MIDWEST
MIDWEST FAVES
Comfort classics like burgers, pizza, and hearty sandwiches lead the cart, meaning familiar, fast-turn orders for Dashers. These items and cuisines are usually quick to prep, with compact packaging, and consistently in demand — making it easier for Dashers to complete more orders.
MOST DASHED ITEMS
IN THE MIDWEST
Top ordered food items
The Midwest sticks with the classics, giving Dashers quick, steady pickups across every dash.
Most shopped for items
From energy drinks to healthy snacks, Midwestern baskets reflect a grab-and-go lifestyle that keeps Dashers moving fast.
