10 Low Stress Side Hustles That Earn $500+ A Month

Written by: Alexis Schroeder

Publish Date: January 13, 2023

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There are so many side hustles out there, with many of them being time consuming and stress inducing. 

However, this list of side hustles isn’t any of that. Side hustles can be a lot of fun. 

Check out this list of 10 side hustles that are stress-free.

#1 Sell printables

Selling printables on Etsy is one of best side hustles out there because of how easy it is to get started.

People are earning between $100-$1000+ a month selling printables online (see their success stories here). 

Benefits of selling printables:

  • Don’t need previous experience
  • Can turn into passive income
  • Work from home + work as little or as many hours as you want

In this free training you’ll learn:

  • Ideas for printables to make
  • What you need to start an Etsy shop
  • How to make sure you get sales on Etsy

As you can see below, making printables is a profitable side hustle! Julie earned over $20,000 in her spare time.

 

 

 

Surveys

Surveys are not a lucrative way to make money, but they do provide a little cash when you need more money to buy groceries or household supplies. 

To make money with surveys, all you do is fill out a quick profile sharing a little about you and then you can start answering questions and giving your opinions.

You can also sign up for several survey site websites to see which survey site you like best and to see which one can earn you the most cash. 

The top survey sites are:

#2 Proofreader

Proofreaders work online and have the ability to work from anywhere in the world.

The average hourly rate is between $14-$31 an hour depending on your experience, which clients you’re working for, and the type of project.

To become a proofreader it’s important that you:

  • Own a computer
  • Reliable internet access

This job is done on your own schedule because you need to have the work done BY a certain time, not at a certain time. 

In this free training you’ll learn:

  • 5 signs proofreading is right for you
  • How to attract proofreading clients

#3 Start a niche blog

I created this blog and made over $80,000 in my senior year of college (that’s me in my first major feature by Forbes!).

If you’re wondering how I make money on this blog, it comes from:

  • Affiliate marketing (someone clicks on my affiliate link and I get a commission)
  • Sponsored posts
  • Advertising
  • Selling my own products (like my online course)

If you want to start a website but have questions like:

  • What should my blog be about?
  • How do I know what to write about?
  • How soon can I start making money?

Take a free training on building a new PROFITABLE blog.

This free training teaches you how to create an income-producing website. You also learn the key mistakes to avoid if you’re a beginner.

#4 Surveys

Surveys are a great way to make extra money when you need extra cash for groceries or gas. 

To make money with surveys, all you do is:

  • Fill out a quick profile sharing a little about you
  • Start answering questions and giving your opinions

You can also earn money on survey sites by:

  • Playing games
  • Watching ads

The top survey sites are:

#5 Pinterest Virtual Assistant

A Pinterest Virtual Assistant is someone who manages a business’s profile on Pinterest.

Pinterest VA’s are in charge of tasks like creating new pins, scheduling pins, creating descriptions for pins, etc. 

Benefits of being a Pinterest VA:

  • Work from anywhere
  • Set your own schedule
  • Can make $500-$5,000+ a month
  • Ability to quit your day job and do this full-time

Check out this free training here on how to become a Pinterest Virtual Assistant.

In the free training, you’ll learn:

  • How to get started as a Pinterest VA right away
  • Steps to take to start this business
  • How to create a business plan based on how much you want to make

#6 Selling dog treats

You can earn $1,000-$5,000 a month with a dog treat business.

This fun and flexible side hustle can not only replace your day job, but bring you tons of joy by getting to bake and work with dogs on a regular basis.

My friend Kristin runs a successful dog treat business from home. She even teaches others how to replicate her success.

Check out this free training and learn:

  • Most popular dog treats to sell
  • Where to sell dog treats
  • How much to charge
  • What you need to start a dog treat business

Below are a few examples of people making money in the dog treat business!

#7 Freelance writing

If you enjoy writing or it sounds like something you want to get into, consider freelance writing as a side gig.

This is something I’ve been doing for over 10 years now and I really like it. I get paid around $250/article and it’s relatively easy work.

Benefits of freelance writing:

  • Work from home
  • Take on as little or as many articles as you want
  • As you gain experience, you can charge more
  • Set your own hours and be your own boss

#8 Find a remote job on FlexJobs search engine

If you want a remote part-time or full-time job, FlexJobs is the best online job marketplace.

FlexJobs saves you time, energy, and stress because their expert team personally vet the jobs and companies for you. This means you will never see a scam, ad, or any type of junk on FlexJobs.

FlexJobs lists jobs such as:

  • Marketing assistant
  • Virtual assistant
  • Customer support specialist
  • Graphic design
  • Freelance writing 

#9 Open an Etsy store

A great way to make extra money is opening up an online store. Etsy makes it SUPER easy to do this.

Your Etsy store can sell handmade:

  • Crochet goods
  • Woodworking crafts
  • Pottery
  • Handmade clothes
  • Stickers
  • Dog treats
  • Baked goods
  • Custom art work
  • Party decor and games

Small businesses thrive on Etsy. With hard work and the right skill set, your online store can take off. 

Recommended reading: 13 Best Things To Sell On Etsy

#10 Dog walking

I was a dog walker for a long time and it was one of my favorite side hustles.

It never felt like work and I always enjoyed every job.

To find a dog walking job, you can:

  • Print out flyers and post them around town with your experience and contact information
  • Create a profile on Rover (which is where I found my dog walking jobs)
  • Apply to work at a dog care company in your town (there are many, even in small towns)

Most dog walking jobs pay between $10-$30 per hour depending on how many dogs, experience you have, and if the dogs need any specialty care. 

#11 Grocery shopping

Grocery shopping may seem like an easy task, but a lot of people either:

  • Don’t want to spend time grocery shopping
  • Physically aren’t able to grocery shop

To make money grocery shopping, become an Instacart Shopper.

You get to set your own schedule and earn money on your time.

To get started:

  • you need to pass a background check
  • be at least 18 years old
  • have legal authorization to work in the U.S.
  • lift 40 pounds with accommodation
  • have access to a car and smart phone.

Final Thoughts

There are tons of side hustles out there that are relatively stress-free and a whole lotta fun!

My favorite stress-free side hustle was walking dogs from Rover.com. I always had new jobs popping up and it was so much fun to get paid to hangout with dogs. 

Which side hustle do you want to start?

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