A side hustle is a way to earn extra money outside of your regular job. Having a side gig can help you pay off debt, save more money, or simply provide some additional financial security. Here are 15 side hustle ideas to consider.
Drive for Uber or Lyft in your spare time. If you have a reliable car, you can earn money by driving people around in your city. You make your own schedule so you can drive whenever you have the time. Rent out a spare room in your home on Airbnb. If you have an extra room, consider renting it out to travelers in your area. You can set nightly, weekly, and monthly rates to optimize your earnings.
Do market research studies. Companies often hire people to test new products and provide feedback. Studies typically pay between $30 to $500. Check sites like Respondent, User Interviews, and Dedicated Research to find opportunities.
Walk dogs or do pet sitting. If you love animals, consider walking dogs or providing pet sitting services. You can advertise your services on neighborhood Facebook groups, with local vets, and on sites like Rover.com. Pet sitters typically earn $10 to $20 per walk or $25 to $50 per night of sitting.
Do online surveys. Complete surveys in your spare time to earn some cash. Sites like Survey Junkie, Swagbucks, and InboxDollars allow you to earn gift cards and cash for sharing your opinions. You typically earn between $1 to $5 per survey, with opportunities to earn more for focus groups.
Sell unwanted items online. Go through your attic, basement or garage and look for valuable items you no longer need. You can sell used books, clothes, toys, furniture, and more on sites like eBay, Craigslist, and Facebook Marketplace. Price items competitively based on their condition.
Become a tutor. If you have expertise in a particular subject area, consider becoming a tutor. You can tutor students in math, music, languages, sports, and more. Advertise your tutoring services on neighborhood Facebook groups, with local schools, and on Care.com or Wyzant. Tutors typically charge between $25 to $100 per hour depending on the subject and level.
Do freelance work like writing, programming or graphic design. If you have a skill like writing, programming, graphic design, or video editing, you can find freelance work to do in your spare time. Check sites such as Upwork, Fiverr, and 99Designs for opportunities. Build up your reputation and you can earn $25 per hour or more.