American Finance Journal
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5 Best Side-Hustles
To Earn an Extra 5k/Month (in 2026)

Grace Foster
Grace Foster (Gig Expert)Monday, Nov 2, 2026 at 08:00 AM (EST)

(New York, NY) Millions of Americans have side hustles in 2026, and those who do not, are missing out.

With an overwhelming number of options available, it’s easy to feel stuck choosing between gigs that are profitable and those that waste your time. That’s why we’ve cut through the noise to evaluate the top side hustles this year - and ranked the 5 best ways to make extra cash (quickly)

Quick Tip: The #1 side hustle of 2026 is relatively new but rapidly growing in popularity.

#5: Uber

Driving for Uber is a flexible way to earn extra cash, especially if you enjoy driving. Expect to drive at least 40 hours a week to earn a decent amount.

Downside: Long hours on the road can be exhausting, and wear and tear on your car adds up. If you don’t love driving or don’t have a reliable vehicle, it's not a good fit.

Uber

#4: Ebay

If you have an eye for bargains, reselling items on eBay can bring in serious cash. It might take 20-30 hours a week to earn a good amount, depending on what you’re selling and how well you know your market.

Downside: The hustle requires you to be somewhat computer saavy. Plus, if you don’t enjoy thrifting or managing inventory, this might not be the best option.

eBay

#3: Amazon KDP

Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) lets you sell books and earn passive income. If you’re a decent writer, it could take 15-25 hours a week to earn a good amount from multiple books.

Downside: Creating books takes time and skill. If you’re not into writing, the learning curve may feel steep.

Amazon KDP

#2: Upwork

Whether you're a designer, actor, or web developer, freelancing can offer flexible work and high earnings potential. US freelancers can earn a good amount by working 15-35 hours a week on Upwork.

Downside: It can be unpredictable at first. Freelancing requires building a client base & reviews, and steady income may take time to establish.

Upwork

Who Took the #1 Spot?

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Rich LowryThought this was crazy but just made my first $1,200 using the phone trick. Only been 29 days, and I’m already seeing results. Amazing.
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Mark ThompsonUpdate after one month using the phone trick - just made $4,500! Paid off some debt and finally booked that family vacation we’ve been dreaming about. 94
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Individual results vary. These results are not typical.

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