This is the season to start out additional competition. According to the data, many Americans are seeking to earn extra money ahead of their expected $1,778 holiday spending, up 8% from last yr. Deloitte Holiday 2024 Retail Study.
Online freelance work, although not entirely seasonal, is the hottest activity that permits you to compensate for expenses related to holidays, SideHustles.com revealed last month.
However, for those seeking to reap the benefits of winter side gigs with lucrative potential, SideHustles.com prepared a list of the highest paying opportunities.
Scammers living in snowy regions can make money from gig #1: snow clearing and snow clearing. This job may require the purchase of a snow blower or heavy shovel, but with a relatively high earning potential of $25 to $75 per hour, it might be price the investment.
The next three winter activities with the highest earning potential add a seasonal twist to year-round classics: photography of winter events, learning winter sports AND winter themed digital designall of which generally offer between $20 and $50 per hour.
AND side hustle related to wrapping gifts it could possibly also bring in some serious money, with the potential to earn anywhere from $20 to $40 per hour.
Last month Entrepreneur sat down with Nifty Package Co. founder Michelle Hensley, who successfully turned her gift basket business into a full-fledged strategic gift wrapping business – one that grossed over $300,000 in 2023.
“Take your time wrapping your gift,” Hensley suggests to anyone seeking to start their very own gift-wrapping adventure. “There’s a lot of great gift wrapping out there, but they make a lot of fuss with everything. It is not always the most beautiful, elegant or fashionable. The quality of the paper will make the difference – [and your ribbon]. We use all fabric ribbons.”
Christmas decorating ($25-50 per hour), animal seat or dog walking ($15-$30 per hour) i baking seasonal treats ($15-$35 per order) round out the remainder of SideHustles.com’s top-earning side hustles.