Tariffs are in the air.
April showers bring May flowers, but what will April tariffs bring?
If you’re fearing the uncertainty or just want some extra income to pad your wallet, here are some great side-hustle opportunities to explore.
Whether you want regular hourly wages with the option to go full-time in your new gig, or a way to earn extra cash for your late-night phone-scrolling, this list of 15 side hustle options has got you covered.
1. TaskRabbit: Your Go-To for Local Gigs
Connect with people in your area who need help with tasks like furniture assembly, moving, cleaning, and more. Set your rates and schedule, and get paid for your skills.
If you’re curious, there’s plenty of task demand. Elite earners make $100,000+ a year on TaskRabbit. Other users talk about earning $6,700 to $15,000 a month.
2. Swagbucks: Earn Rewards for Surveys and More
Complete surveys, watch videos, and shop online to earn points redeemable for gift cards or PayPal cash. It’s a proven, easy way to make money during your free time.
While you won’t earn an hourly rate like with TaskRabbit, it is reasonable to earn an extra $50 to $150 a month.
3. Turo: Rent Out Your Car
Turn your car into a money-making machine by renting it out to others. Some refer to it as the Airbnb of car rentals. Turo handles the insurance and customer vetting, making it a hassle-free experience.
You don’t need a Tesla Cybertruck or a Lamborghini to make bank. The most popular, standard car rentals on Turo are the following models: Mazda3, Kia Seltos, Jeep Wrangler, Kia Niro, and Ford Mustang.
4. Fat Llama: Rent Out Your Stuff
Have equipment or gear lying around? Rent it out to people nearby and earn extra cash. It’s a great way to monetize items you don’t use daily, and help the earth by preventing more single-use consumer waste!
Top renters on Fat Llama report earning more than $15,000 per month. Electric scooters, power tools, drones, DJ equipment, and party lights are among the most lucrative and sight-after rental items.
5. Gigwalk: Complete Local Tasks
Use your smartphone to find and complete gigs in your area, such as checking store displays or product availability, scanning barcodes, or taking pictures of restrooms.
Tasks vary in length and pay, offering flexibility. On its website, Gigwalk states most tasks take five minutes to a few hours to complete, and pay anywhere from $3 to $100.
6. Lugg: On-Demand Moving Help
Partner with Lugg to assist with moving and delivery tasks. If you’re strong and have a vehicle, this app can be a lucrative side hustle.
According to Lugg, movers can earn over $1,500 a month in tips alone during peak moving season.
And if you’re looking to get fit, Lugg might be a powerful motivator. Think of it as getting paid to get in shape!
7. Foap: Sell Your Photos and Videos
Upload your photos and videos to Foap’s marketplace and earn money when brands purchase your content. It’s perfect for amateur and professional photographers alike.
Joining photo missions is one of the easiest ways to get started, with top missions paying as much as $500 for the winning submission.
Don’t be gun-shy if you’re not a pro. Marketers will tell you there is a need for amateur photos they can use on their website and digital materials, as user-generated content (USG) can be very effective.
8. Thumbtack: Offer Professional Services
List your services, whether it’s plumbing, tutoring, or event planning, and connect with clients in need. Thumbtack helps professionals grow their customer base.
According to one CNBC article, some Thumbtack taskers can earn $150 per hour for work in especially coveted tasks like interior decorating, home organizing, and dehoarding.
9. UrbanSitter: Babysitting and Childcare Jobs
Find babysitting gigs in your area with UrbanSitter. The platform connects caregivers with families, offering flexible scheduling and secure payments.
While this is not a work-from-phone sort of gig, babysitters earn a nationwide average of $22-$24 per hour.
Curious? See average babysitter rates in every state in the U.S. Spoiler alert: Colorado residents pay the nation’s second-highest hourly wages for sitters.
10. ThredUp: Sell Gently Used Clothing
Clean out your closet and earn money by sending your clothes to ThredUp. Unlike other resale apps like Mercari or Poshmark, Mercari handles the full selling process — listing items, payment collection, and shipping — making it easy to turn unwanted items into cash.
Earning potential for consigning on ThredUp is all over the place. Some report earning $15 to $100 per batch of items (clothing, shoes, handbags) sent in. Others report much less. The earning potential is less on ThredUp than with other, more hands-on sites, but it also requires much less effort.
11. Facebook Marketplace: Buy and Sell Locally
List items for sale in your local community through Facebook Marketplace. It’s a convenient way to declutter and make money from unused items.
Many users will flip “free” or thrift-store finds on Facebook for a tidy profit, and if you’re willing to deliver, you can increase your prices and pool of buyers.
12. WeWard: Get Paid to Walk
Stay active and earn rewards by tracking your steps with WeWard. Exchange your steps for gift cards, donations, or discounts.
Top users can earn an extra $1,000 a year using WeWard, so it’s like getting a regular full-time or part-time job. But the whole premise of the app is to encourage people to move their body, and WeWard users report walking more because of the prize incentives.
13. Starbucks: Work for Perks
Consider a part-time job at Starbucks. This requires getting off your couch — and your phone — but the rewards are worth it.
If you’re disappointed or annoyed at the thought of making $1.50 for 28 28-minute survey, Starbucks may be calling. Most baristas earn $15 to $24 an hour, and even part-time workers (working at least 20 hours a week) enjoy legendary benefits like health insurance (including fertility benefits!), stock options, and free coffee. It’s a solid option for those seeking steady part-time work.
14. Mistplay: Earn Rewards by Playing Games
Discover new mobile games and earn points as you play. Redeem points for gift cards to popular retailers. It’s a fun way to monetize your gaming habit.
Mistplay is meant to reward game discovery, and not replace regular job wages, so it’s important to keep that in mind. But if you’re already playing games anyway, why not earn an extra $50 a month or more for your time?
15. Slicethepie: Get Paid for Reviews
Share your opinions on music, fashion, and more, and get paid for your reviews. It’s an easy way to earn money by providing feedback.
Users report earning around 20-30 cents per review. At $20, users can cash out their earnings via PayPal, Airtm, Revolut, or featured gift cards.
Bottom line
These side hustle apps offer diverse opportunities to earn extra income, whether through leveraging your skills, assets, or daily lounge-around activities.
Make sure to read the terms and conditions of each platform before you join. Check out Reddit threads and app-store reviews, because realistic expectations and diverse perspectives can probably help your new hustle deliver more fun than frustration.
Looking for an outdoor side hustle to enjoy the summer glow? Check out the 20 Best Outdoor Side Hustles.
