Side Hustle Could Earn: Everyone knows about driving for Uber and Lyft, but starting your own local moving labor company could be the most profitable side hustle.
Even though the housing boom is slowing as interest rates rise and inflation rises, there is still a high demand for moving services, and the industry is expanding rapidly. According to Technavio data from March, the moving services market in the United States is expected to grow by $1.95 billion between 2019 and 2024, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2%.
This Side Hustle Could Earn You $100 an Hour
Those looking for a side hustle may want to consider starting their own local moving labor company.
It’s a simple process. To get started, all that is required is a business license and a small amount of money. Those interested in this position should also be in good shape and physically capable, as they will be doing all of the heavy lifting — literally.
One can earn up to $100 per hour by providing moving labor services. In most states, you don’t even need a special moving license.
Because movers are in high demand on weekends, this is an ideal side hustle for those who work 9-to-5 jobs. This makes it ideal for students as well.
Finding customers is a relatively simple process; all that is required is some internet savvy and a small budget. Local movers should advertise their services on the following websites:
- Craigslist
- Angi
- Yelp
- HireAHelper
- Thumbtack
Those interested in pursuing this side hustle should adopt an entrepreneurial mindset and, ideally, launch their own company website.
Location influences how much money one can earn, as some states pay movers more than others. According to HireAHelper data, moving labor companies in Seattle, for example, earn $137 per hour. In Philadelphia, however, they earn $114 per hour. It’s a significant difference, but it’s still more than $100 per hour — far more than the average $15 earned in an hour of UberEats driving.
