Local cargo-bike or motorbike delivery for neighbourhood shops
Starting costs about $4,690 in the United States and 828,000 NGN in Nigeria. After 12 months, this business can bring in about $2,120 net per month in the United States and 527,000 NGN in Nigeria. The starting money comes back in about 7 months, with 45 hours of work per week.
Mundyo estimates, data as of 2026-11-02.
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The numbers
| Country | To start | Net per month (month 12) |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $4,690 | $2,120 |
| Nigeria | 828,000 NGN | 527,000 NGN |
| United Kingdom | £3,170 | £1,500 |
| Kenya | 203,000 KES | 72,700 KES |
| India | 106,000 INR | 53,000 INR |
Amounts adjusted to each country's price and income levels.
The problem
Local shops want to deliver to customers, but platforms take large commissions and traditional carriers are slow.
The solution
A local courier service by cargo bike or motorbike, with fixed rounds and on-demand runs, billed directly to shops.
Your customers
Pharmacies, bakeries, grocers, florists, dry cleaners and small restaurants within a few kilometres.
How you make money
4 to 8 € per run depending on distance, or 150 to 400 € a month per shop for regular rounds.
Competition
Delivery platforms, independent couriers, informal motorbike taxis and shopkeepers delivering themselves.
Who has an edge
A fit, punctual person who knows the area inside out and sells reliability rather than the lowest price.
The risks
Accidents and weather, income capped by hours on the road, price wars with platforms and vehicle theft.
The first 3 steps
- Offer a free one-week trial to ten nearby shops.
- Buy or rent a used cargo bike or motorbike.
- Set a simple price grid by zone.
How the numbers are calculated
Example in a high-income eurozone country, at month 12: revenue €3,000 − costs €1,500 = €1,500 net per month. Revenue: 300 deliveries × €6 + 6 shop plans × €200. Costs: vehicle upkeep, fuel, insurance, phone, social contributions. For other countries, Mundyo adjusts the starting budget to the price level (World Bank) and the income to prices and customers' purchasing power, then converts at the day's exchange rate.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to start: Local bike or moto delivery?
About $4,690 (United States), 828,000 NGN (Nigeria), £3,170 (United Kingdom), depending on the country. Mundyo calculates the amount for 247 countries.
How much can you earn per month?
After 12 months, about $2,120 (United States), 527,000 NGN (Nigeria), £1,500 (United Kingdom) net per month, after costs.
How long until I get my starting money back?
About 7 months, with 45 hours of work per week.
What are the risks?
Accidents and weather, income capped by hours on the road, price wars with platforms and vehicle theft.
Where do I start?
1. Offer a free one-week trial to ten nearby shops. 2. Buy or rent a used cargo bike or motorbike. 3. Set a simple price grid by zone.
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