How To Make An Extra $1000 A Month (33 Ways)

You may be sitting there wondering, “How to make 1000 a month?” – and you wouldn’t be alone in that!

Many of us are looking for ways to make some extra money to make our lives a little bit easier, and there’s never been a better time to start than now.

The internet offers so many opportunities to make an extra 1000 a month or more, but you can do it offline too if you like.

Think of all of the things that you could do with an extra 1000 per month – you could get out of the paycheck to paycheck cycle, go on vacation, save for retirement, treat your family, and more!

In this article, we will look at the various ways that you can make an extra 1000 a month. And how to make a thousand dollars fast.

How To Make An Extra 1000 Per Month?

There are many ways to make an extra 1000 per month, and in this article, we are going to look at the best ways that you can get started today!

It’s important to think about why you want to make extra money and what you are going to then do with that money.

We don’t want to go through all of the trouble of earning that extra cash, only to spend it on junk. So what are the different reasons why you would want to earn more money?

It could be things like:

Paying down debt
Saving for a vacation
Extra money to spend on treats
Family trips
Make paying the bills a bit easier
Putting money away for retirement
Helping your family out
Cutting down your hours at your 9-5

33 Ways You Can Make An Extra 1000 A Month

Here are 33 creative ways in which you can make an extra $1000 per month. Although helpful, these money-making methods don’t require a degree to do. Just some common knowledge and the will to learn.

1. Virtual assistant

A Virtual Assistant (or VA) is someone who works as an assistant for a business or individual and usually does so remotely.

Virtual assistant tasks:

There are a large variety of tasks that VA’s can do, such as:

Creating graphics
Answering emails
Researching content ideas
Posting on social media
Dealing with contracts
Answering phone calls
Booking appointments

How much can you make?

It depends on how often you are working, your experience, etc., but you will be coming up with your own pricing.

You can typically make between $7 and $62 per hour (according to Ziprecruiter). Although, it varies greatly by location.

How to get started as a VA?

Firstly, you need to think about the services that you will offer. As tempting as it will be to provide everything to everyone, you will probably find that niching down will make you stand out.

You can either create your own website and social media pages or set yourself up on a site such as Fiverr or Freelancer. Also, make sure to check out this free VA video series on how to get your first 3 clients in your first 3 days!

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2. Proofreading

Proofreading is looking over a piece of writing to check it for grammar mistakes, spelling, punctuation, etc.

Proofreading tasks:

A proofreader will typically be asked to check over a piece of writing to make sure it is all ok before publication. There are some tasks that they will have to do, such as:

Read through and evaluate text as per requirements
Mark corrections needed
Analyze documents to check that all page numbers are correct and everything is in order

How much can you make?

According to Salary.com, the average pay for a proofreader is $54,290. The lowest on there shows around $41,586 and the highest is over $68,998.

How to get started as a proofreader?

Although it is obviously helpful to have some sort of qualification to become a proofreader, it is not essential. If you are someone who has an eagle eye for mistakes and a good grasp of grammar, you’re already ahead of the game!

There are companies that hire proofreaders, such as:

You could also hang out in Facebook groups for certain businesses that would be interested in hiring you, such as bloggers.

3. Freelance writer

A freelance writer is someone who undertakes writing work, generally for a business, and does so on a self-employed basis (as opposed to being an employee).

Tasks of a freelance writer

A freelance writer will provide a written document of anything that the client wishes to write about. They will have to make sure that it is well researched, well written, and free from grammatical mistakes.

How much they can make?

According to Indeed.com, the average hourly rate for a freelance writer is $22.92 per hour in the United States.

How much you can make as a freelance writer depends on a few things, but mainly your experience, skill, who you are writing for, and the subject matter (for example, medical writers typically earn more).

How to get started as a freelancer?

There are lots of sites that you can sign up to and create a profile to then apply for freelance writing jobs, such as Freelancer, Guru, Peopleperhour, and more.

My good friend Francesca makes awesome money as a freelance writer, and although she is based in the UK, she does her freelance work for U.S. clients. She started out by writing her own blog on her website, The Money Fox, and looked out in Facebook groups to see if anyone was hiring freelance writers.

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4. Nanny or babysitter

A Nanny is someone who looks after children at their home and often lives with the family to provide all-day-round care.

A babysitter is someone who looks after children in their home, but on a less frequent basis – usually due to the parents’ work commitments or if they are going out.

How much can you make?

According to Indeed.com, the average hourly rate for a Nanny in the United States is $19.71 per hour at the entry level.

According to Talent.com, the average babysitter pay is $12.50 per hour, according to the website Talent.com.

Are there any requirements for becoming a nanny?

You can start work as a Nanny without any qualifications, although it is preferred for you to have training in childcare.

Best places to look for work?

In terms of geographical location, the best places will typically be those in capital cities in countries around the world.

In terms of where to apply for jobs, the best places include:

5. Create and sell printables

Printables are documents that you can print out that serve a specific purpose, such as birthday invitations or budget planners! They will usually be in PDF format.

Best places to sell printables:

How to start selling digital products?

To start selling digital products, you need an idea, somewhere to sell them and someone to sell them to. You could quite easily make a few hundred dollars per month with not much effort.

A lot of people use Shopify as an online store, and Etsy is very popular as they have a ready-made audience.

You can create your designs using programs such as Canva or Photoshop and upload them onto your online store. It helps to have a plan for driving traffic to your stores, such as social media or SEO.

To open a FREE Canva account, follow these steps:

Open up a browser and enter Canva.com
Click on ‘Sign up’
Enter your name, email address, and password

Did I mention Canva is a completely free service? Yes, its costs you absolutely nothing to get started creating your own printables.

Enjoy creating but don’t know where to get started creating printables to sell on Etsy? Make sure you check out this absolutely amazing course that my friends Julie and Cody created.

6. Blogging

Blogging has become more and more popular over the years, with there being billions of blogs out there. Lots of people have got something to say! We love blogging and always recommend it as a way to make extra money.

Daily tasks as a blogger?

The things that you will do from day to day will vary depending on what kind of blog you have and the type of business you run.

But in general, your tasks will include things like:

Research – for blog posts, social media, products, etc
Posting on social media
Creating graphics/posts for social media
Writing blog posts
Answering emails
Pitching media
Responding to comments/questions from your followers

Do you need experience?

One of the best things about blogging is that you don’t need to have any experience – you can literally get started today! We had absolutely no experience before starting this blog, and now it pays for all of our bills and more.

How much can you make?

The amount you can make from blogging can vary depending on a few different factors such as your niche, marketing strategy, and unique selling points.

We have had months of earning $20,000+, which we are so grateful for!

How to get started

Pick a domain name
Register your website for hosting
Begining customizing your blog
Write your first blog post
Promote your blog

7. Become a YouTuber (without recording videos)

Perhaps you want to be a Youtuber, but you don’t want to put your face on screen – that’s ok, there are lots of other ways that you can do it instead!

For example, we really love a Youtuber who posts motivational videos, where they have put together lots of different clips and do a voiceover.

How much can you make?

The sky’s the limit when it comes to earning on Youtube! Of course, it depends on how popular you are, but specific niches/topics bring in more ad revenue.

YouTube topics that do well

Here are some ideas of Youtube topics that do well:

Gaming
Vlogging
Parenting
Photography/videography
Fitness
Comedy
Tech

8. Create an online course

You can sell a course on pretty much anything, but you want it to be valuable for the person buying it – which is why it should ideally be about something you are an expert in or very passionate/knowledgeable about.

How much can you make?

The amount that you can make from a course depends mainly on your sales and marketing techniques. It’s not the best content that sells, but the best salesperson!

You can make anything from a couple of hundred bucks to thousands upon thousands.

How to get started?

To get started with creating a course, you need to choose a subject that you are going to be teaching, and a course platform.

The most popular course platforms include:

There are various ways that you can do them – either in a video format, text, or a mixture of both. Think about how your preferred customer would like to watch them e.g., younger people will prefer video over text.

9. Virtual bookkeeper

A bookkeeper is someone who takes care of the financial side of a business, such as recording all monies going in and out. A virtual bookkeeper is someone who does this remotely.

Tasks

The type of tasks that you will do as a virtual bookkeeper is generally logging all outgoing and incoming money and creating reports for the business based on this – but your client may ask you for additional tasks too.

How much can you make?

The amount that you can charge tends to vary from state to state and where your clients are, but you can expect to start at around $15 per hour and scale it up.

How to get started?

You don’t need the experience to be a bookkeeper, but it will help you if you take some training or courses to get you started.

You will need to be able to use accounting software – this will vary from client to client, but a popular one to learn is Quickbooks.

Let people in your network know that you are offering bookkeeping services, create a LinkedIn profile, and you could also create a website for your services.

10. Retail arbitrage

Retail arbitrage has become extremely popular in recent years as it doesn’t require a lot of money upfront, but you can make a quick bit of profit.

Tasks

The main part of retail arbitrage is finding items you can sell for profit, so you will be searching in stores for marked-down items and looking online for how much you can sell them.

How much can you make?

It’s important to note that there are always sellers who do not make money with this or make very little. But there are many sellers who can make thousands each month from it.

How to get started

Set up an Amazon seller account (this is a great site to start on)
Download their Amazon Seller app
Go to your local stores, e.g. supermarkets
Go on the Amazon Seller app and scan various products. You will be able to see the profit if you bought them in-store and then sold them on Amazon
Buy them if they give you the profit you’re after
List on Amazon
Sell and send them off!

11. Amazon flex driver

An Amazon flex driver is a delivery driver that delivers parcels from Amazon. It’s a great little job to have because Amazon is a huge company – meaning that there will always be parcels that need to be delivered!

Tasks

There aren’t that many tasks that you will need to do as an Amazon Flex driver, as it is pretty straightforward.

You will need to collect the parcels (usually, there will be a central depot in your area), then follow the delivery instructions on your app and deliver the parcels.

How much can you make?

The amount you can earn as an Amazon Flex driver will vary depending on how often you work, and the area that you work in.

On average, Amazon Flex drivers earn around $18 – $25 per hour.

How to get started

To get started with Amazon Flex, you must first download the Amazon Flex app. Once you have done that, you will need to apply to be a driver. They will process your application, and be subject to a background check.

Once you have passed all of this, you are good to go! You can go on the app and look for delivery blocks in your area that would be good for you, showing you your expected earnings and how long they estimate it will take you to complete.

12. Get paid to walk

Did you know that you can get paid to walk? Granted, it’s not going to make you $1000 quickly, but it’s a great way to earn extra cash for little effort.

Tasks

All you need to do when it comes to getting paid to walk is download the relevant app and get started walking!

How much can you make?

The amount you can make from getting paid to walk isn’t enough to set the world on fire, but it can get you started earning cash for little effort.

How to get started

You can sign up for various apps that offer this service to get started.

Some of our favorites include:

13. Deliver groceries

When most people think about making money as a delivery driver, it tends to be things like Amazon that spring to mind – but did you know that you can get paid to deliver groceries?

Tasks

The main tasks involved with delivering groceries are picking up the groceries and then taking them to the buyer, but some grocery delivery companies go one step further and have you pick out the shopping too.

How much can you make?

How much you will make depends on a few factors, but you can typically expect to get paid $5 – $10 per hour and higher.

How to get started

To get started, start downloading grocery delivery apps and get signed up!

Some of our favorites include:

Related article: 10 Of The Best Food Delivery Apps To Work For

14. Flip used items to resell

Reselling is when you purchase a product at a low rate and then sell it for a higher rate.

Tasks

Most of the time it will entail searching for good deals, flipping them, and then listing them to be sold. You can spend as much or as little time each week flipping items. If you are new to flipping, here is a great resource to get started.

How much can you make?

The amount that you can make varies, and even some people may lose money doing it. You can expect to make around $100 – $50,000 per month if you do well!

How to get started:

Go to places where you can pick up stuff cheaper, such as yard sales, on Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, flea markets, etc
Take pictures and upload them to online sites such as eBay, Amazon, etc
Package and post out the items when they sell!

15. Sell things you have at home

When you are looking to earn some extra money, it’s always good to start with what you already have. There will probably be some things lying around your home (or in your garage etc.) that you could sell pretty quickly.

Tasks

To start off with, have a look at what you have in your storage to see if there are things in there that you haven’t used in a while. It can help to sell the big, bulky things first.

You will find things to sell, clean them up, take pictures, list them, and then post them out.

How much can you make?

The amount that you can make from this depends on the things you have to sell, as you could have some hidden gems!

Start with the quick wins – the big items that you could get someone to pick up. These are good because they create a lot of space, so it looks like you are making progress.

You could do them one at a time or in batches – clean them up, take pictures and start listing!

16. Sell handmade crafts

Selling homemade crafts is a really fun way to make some extra cash, and it’s not just for the super creative, so don’t worry if this isn’t you!

Tasks

The tasks will vary depending on what you are making, but you will essentially be doing market research, creating your products, listing them to sell, marketing them, and then sending them out to your customers.

How much can you make?

The sky’s the limit with how much you can make from selling homemade crafts. You could get really lucky and make a ton of money, or you could be happy with a part-time wage from it.

How to get started

One of the best places to sell handmade crafts is on the popular online marketplace Etsy. We recommend also signing up for a website such as Canva if you want to sell online printables or similar.

To get started on Canva, follow these steps:

Sign up for a free account
Click on ‘create design’
Create your product of choice
Create a mockup
List your product on Etsy

To get started on Etsy:

Download the Etsy app or go to their browser
Click on ‘Sign Up’
Fill out your information to register
Click on ‘Register’
Then you’re good to go!

17. Transcriptionist

Being a transcriptionist is a pretty cool job to have, and almost everyone can do it – you just need to have good typing skills, a good ear, and excellent accuracy.

A transcriptionist is someone who listens to audio (perhaps a recording) and then types up what they are saying in written format. An example could be typing up meeting notes or providing the transcription on recordings for people who are hard of hearing.

Tasks

Your task will be to translate the audio that you hear into written format. It is important that you pay close attention to what is expected from you for each project. You may have to format it and make it read better, or just type it as you hear it.

It can be difficult to do if there are multiple people talking all at once, but it is something that you can improve over time.

How much can you make?

The average pay for a transcriptionist is around $15-$30 an hour, although you can make more if you speak another language and can translate that as well.

How to get started

The best place to get started is to find out your typing speed, as many companies will be asking you for that kind of information. It kind of goes without saying that you need to be able to type really fast!

Once you know your typing speed, you can start to sign up for some transcription sites. Our favorites include Rev.com and Transcribe.com, but there are plenty of good ones out there.

18. Teach classes on Outschool

Did you know that you can get paid to teach classes without prior experience? If this is something that you are interested in, then you can sign up for a website such as Outschool and make some extra money starting today.

Tasks

As you will be teaching children in Outschool, you will need to put together lesson plans, including putting together a curriculum for your students.

You will also obviously have to run the lessons and fulfill your promises to the students.

How much can you make?

On average, you can earn around $50 per hour on Outschool, and it’s worth bearing in mind that Outschool charges a 30% service fee for each enrollment, with no hidden fees.

How to get started

To get started teaching on Outschool, they recommend taking these steps:

Look over their required Outschool 101 training in their training center
Complete the application and tell them about your experience, background, and what you are planning to teach on there
Wait to be approved
Upon approval, you will need to complete their I.D. verification and background check
Complete the required training
Complete your public teacher profile
Create and list your first class. Happy teaching!

19. Donate plasma

This is a way to make money through donations (and you don’t even need your own plasma!), and the best thing about donating plasma is that it does not feel like work. You can actually do this as often as you want/need to, and they will compensate you per donation (which you will be paid at a similar time after your donation as when you donated).

Tasks

This may be an obvious one, but the tasks you undertake when donating plasma are as follows: Donate plasma, get paid for it!

How much can you make?

The money you earn from donating plasma can vary significantly, but it is worth bearing in mind that the more donations you make, the more you will be compensated for your time. BioLife pays roughly $100 dollars per donation. Other donation sites might only pay $20-$50 per donation.

How to get started

To get started, there are a few things that you need to do.

Join a plasma center near you. Register with the center and go in and give your first plasma donation. Make sure to keep your receipts for tax purposes. You can make as many donations as you can.

20. Yard Work/lawn mowing

This is a pretty straightforward task to complete, and if you have access to a lawnmower, this job can easily be completed during the weekends.

Tasks

The tasks you will need to complete when mowing lawns include; mowing lawns, weed whack weeds, and cleaning up any messes after completing your work.

How much can you make?

You can make $20-$40 cash per hour for mowing lawns which can easily be completed during the weekend or any other time convenient for you.

Depending on your skills, some might pay you more or less. Either way, mowing the lawn is not a bad side gig, and it pays great.

How to get started

Start by asking around in your neighborhood. Also, try posting in local Facebook groups. Word travels fast by word of mouth. Once you land a few clients, keep building up your clientele.

21. Take care of pets

You don’t need to have any official training or experience to take care of dogs or cats, but you should be aware that it will certainly take up your time. Make sure that you are aware of how much work it is before you get started!

A love for animals is definitely a must. Any experience you have with animals will also be a plus.

Tasks

First off, decide if you want to take care of other pets in your home or in others. Tasks might include preparing meals, taking walks, feeding, and cleaning up after them.

How much can you make?

This one varies depending on your location and experience, but making $1000 a month is not out of the question.

Other factors that might vary will be if you choose to work for a company or for yourself.

How to get started

The best place to get started would be by taking care of your own pets or friends and family. Make sure that you let others know how much experience you have with animals and that it will show in the level of care that you give to their pet.

Next, give sites like Rover or Trusted House Sitters a try!

Give Rover A Try!

22. Teach English online

If you love teaching and you love being at home, why not Teach English online. Teaching online is another great way to make an extra thousand dollars a month.

Tasks

The tasks involved in teaching English online include grading assignments, managing discussions with students, and communicating with students.

How much can you make?

This is another one that varies depending on how much experience you have. The average rate for this type of work is around $10-$22 per hour.

Make sure to check out sites like Chegg, Upwork, VIPKid, Qkids, and Skooli to see what others are charging before setting your own rates!

How to get started

In order to get started, you’ll need a computer with a webcam and a reliable internet connection. Make sure you have all of these things in place before signing up with multiple companies and getting started.

Make sure you set your rates according to other people in the industry as well as your experience.

Start Teaching English

23. Earn cash back on things you already buy

If you are already spending money, chances are, you are. Why not save money doing it? By using FREE cash back apps such as Rakuten, Ibotta, Fetch, and many more, you can earn cash back on your purchases.

Tasks

You will be required to complete tasks just to shop online and buy things that you regularly purchase. However, make sure you are doing your shopping using one of the cashback apps below. This way, when you are done shopping, you earn money.

How much can you make?

Cashback sites vary, but it might be between 5-20 percent cashback on what you buy if you are using the ones mentioned above.

How to get started

You will need a smartphone, tablet, or computer in order to use these sites. Download one or all of the apps mentioned above and follow the instructions to open your own account.

Start earning cash back!

24. Passive investing

Do you currently invest? If not, now is a great time to start. Last year alone, I made over $2000 a month, of interest on my investments. How awesome is that?

You can do the same if you start investing young. But really there really isn’t a better time to start investing than today!

Tasks

There are so many ways you can invest your money. I recommend jumping on a budget first so you can make sure you have money left over to invest each month. You can grow your investment account with as little as $100 a month.

Yes, if you have an extra $100 a month. This is a great place to start.

How much can you make?

Investments vary, I recommend starting with index funds that follow the S&P 500. The S&P average return is around 10% yearly. This means, that whatever you put in your account, you’ll gain a 10% interest on the money you put in every year.

How to get started

A great place to start is by opening an investment account with Vanguard, Wealthfront, Fidelity, Betterment, or Charles Schwab. Make sure you do your research and pick the one that’s best for you.

I suggest doing lots of research before putting your money anywhere.

25. Become a copywriter

This is one that is fun and easy to start. You can work from home, and there are lots of places you can look for work as a copywriter.

Tasks

The tasks involved in this job include writing sales copy (ads) for companies, coming up with new product ideas, and of course, writing blog posts. Make sure you have a computer with a reliable internet connection, and you’ll be set.

If you don’t have experience with copywriting, take a course. Or do some copywriting for free in turn for reviews from clients?

How much can you make?

This one depends, but you can make anywhere from $25-$50+ an hour on average. Make sure to check out sites like Upwork, Freelancer, or Fiverr to score freelance writing jobs!

How to get started

You don’t need any experience, but if you do good at it, there are many ways you can make money as a copywriter.

Start by creating accounts for the sites I mentioned above, and start looking for work. Also, join copywriting Facebook groups to find clients. Bloggers are also always in need of good copywriters. Find out where they hang out and reach out to them.

26. Become an Influencer

Have you ever dreamed of being a social media influencer? Well, in this day and age, it’s possible! Make quick money on YouTube, Instagram, Tik Tok, Twitter & more! Do you have a lot of followers? Make some extra cash by getting paid to share products with your followers.

Tasks

Gain a following on any of the above social media platforms. This usually means being consistent every day and showing up. Make engaging videos, and your following will come.

How much can you make?

This one is hard to pinpoint as some social media influencers make $1000+ a month, and others can make more than $15000 a month. Make sure you do your research on how much companies typically pay for posts.

Make sure to check out sites like Revfluence to see if any brands are hiring! The larger your audience, the more you will get paid.

How to get started

Create accounts for all social media services like YouTube, Instagram, Twitter, and even Tik Tok. Make engaging content and start sharing it with your audience!

27. Fiverr

Do you have a good idea for a product? Make it yourself and sell it on Fiverr.com. Not only is this a great way to make money, but it’s a great way to learn how to create something from scratch!

Tasks

There are many types of tasks that can be done on Fiverr. Make custom logos, write blog posts, and make printables. Your options are endless! If you have a talent and are a creator, which anyone can be, you’ll be able to sell your work on Fiverr.

How much can you make?

You’re only limited by your creativity and imagination on Fiverr. Make anywhere from $5-$100+ a day depending on what you offer and how good it is.

How to get started

Create an account on Fiverr, and start creating your profile. Make sure to add good descriptions, pictures, and prices Make a few different gigs (products), and you’re ready to go.

Give Fiverr A Try!

28. Housesit

The average person makes $500 a month using Turo! But the sky is the limit, especially if you have more than one car to rent out. You can also make money with your car by placing advertisements on your car or by having it wrapped.

Are you looking for a quick way to make $1000? If you love social media, then managing social media accounts for companies and people might be right up your alley!

Tasks include

Tasks will differ by company. Most will include posting good quality content that their followers will enjoy as well as brand development, target customers, content strategy, and more.

How much can you make?

This tends to be on the lower end of the pay scale, but if you have some experience and a few great reviews, you might get paid more! Make sure to set an hourly rate for yourself and stick to it.

How to get started

Take on a few social media accounts for free for a month or two in turn for some raving reviews. The best places to look for clients who are looking for your services would be Facebook groups, Upwork, and, Fiverr.

33. Rent out your RV

If you don’t use your RV all the time, why not make it work for you? Make an extra $1000 per month by renting out your RV on RVshare.

Tasks include

If you are looking to rent out your Rv or camper, check out these awesome companies that you can rent your camper through.

RVshare is similar to Airbnb but for campers. You basically create an account and they do all the work for you as far as finding customers who want to rent out your camper.

To get started:

Create an account on RVshare (it’s free)
Take good quality pictures of your camper
Choose a price you choose to rent per night.
Fill in any other useful info such as non-smoking, pets or no pets

Once you are finished, future campers will reach out asking to rent your camper. They’ll tell a little about themself as well as what days they’d like to book. Where they plan to camp, etc. Then you can either accept their reservation or decline it.

How much can you make?

How much you make is totally up to you. If you rent your camper for $150 a night during the summer, there is a chance it could be booked every night of the week.

Try RvShare!

Final Thoughts- How To Make An Extra 1000 Dollars A Month

There are so many different ways to make an extra $1000 a month. Above are 32 ideas on how to make a quick $1000 dollars. Now it’s your turn to implement one or more of those ideas.

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