Earn $25 an Hour With These 23 Work-From-Home Jobs

The 9-to-5 work day plus commute is so last century. Many people are now jumping on the work-from-home train.

During the pandemic, people had no choice but to work from home and they found it came with a lot of conveniences. Uninterrupted trip to the coffeemaker, check. Walk outside in the fresh air for a reset, check.

When the national health emergency lifted, people were so accustomed to working at home, they didn’t want to go back. If the company mandated it, they looked for other jobs. If working from home is your dream, we’ve curated a list of possibilities from job posts online that pay at least $25 per hour.

1. Freelance Writer

It sounds so simple and you might think it’s too good to be true, but the fact is many people make a living as a freelance writer. Do you excel in a specific niche? Are you adept at doing research?

These are qualities of a good writer, along with a strong command of the language you’re writing in.

2. Graphic Designer

If you have artistic flair, have learned design programs, and can wield a mouse — or pencil tool — to create graphics, you can make a successful career with your art. The best part is you’ll never have to leave your home.

Graphic designers can charge by the hour, or by the project, it’s totally up to you. And since it’s not a skill everyone has, people are willing to pay for the service. You can design logos, promotional products, and so much more.

3. Virtual Assistant

Since the birth of the internet, people have been helping other people complete the tasks that they simply don’t have time for. Virtual assistants have carved out a large piece of the remote pie by offering to handle emails, make phone calls to schedule appointments, or even run social media accounts.

You can charge by the hour or the task, and believe me, the money adds up pretty quickly.

4. Translator

If you know another language, your skills are likely to be high in demand. Your jobs may entail translating short or long texts, emails, or other correspondence.

Translators can be in high demand by businesses and individuals alike. Make sure you’re setting yourself up for success by setting market rates and not selling yourself short.

5. Real Estate Agent

Real estate agents have a lot of flexibility when it comes to working. While it used to be commonplace to meet at an office and discuss what a prospective buyer was looking for, everything is now mobile.

You will have to do in-person showings, but working from home gives you the convenience of scheduling them on your own time. If you’re good at your job, it also has the potential to bring in very decent money.

6. Event Planner

Do you just have a knack for pulling everything together? Consider working as an event planner. You can set your own rates and your schedules and there are many people who are willing to pay a pretty penny to not have to do it at all.

Wedding planners are one avenue, but there are others, such as corporate events, birthday parties, bridal and baby showers. The list goes on.

7. Sales Agent

If people constantly tell you that you could sell ice to an Eskimo, you might just have a future in sales. And, the best part? You can do that from home.

While some companies may require you to make onsite client visits, many more grant their sales agents the opportunity to work from home. Best of all, you need very little equipment for this: a computer, phone, and a comfortable, quiet setup to conduct your calls.

8. Customer Service Agent

Customer service agents are also in high demand. Many companies like to outsource the most basic levels of help and train agents on how to handle the issues. Where you used to have to work in a call center, today’s modern technology makes it possible to take calls at home.

Additionally, you could work as a customer service agent via chat for those who don’t want to or can’t call the service line directly.

9. Music Teacher

Music is just one of those things that many people need in their lives. Many people are out there looking for qualified teachers to train them on how to play new instruments or to sing.

You can either have local students visit your home if you have a designated area to host lessons, or if you’re not comfortable with that, you can host sessions over Zoom, Skype, or one of many other video conferencing programs.

10. It Support

If you like to fix things beyond the “did you turn it off and back on” level, IT support is one of the most prominent ways to earn money. You can keep a company’s network performance at its peak without ever setting foot in an office.

That’s not to say you won’t ever have to go onsite. More serious server or network issues might require a visit to fix hardware, but that’s not the norm.

11. Website Design

An individual or business looking to promote themselves needs to be online these days. But they don’t always have the right skill sets to create their own website, so they source it out.

Web designing can be done from anywhere. You just need the software and programs to do it. The more intricate the website, the more you can charge for your services.

12. Project Management

If you like taking charge of projects, consider becoming a project manager in one of many fields. You can help businesses stay on track of specific projects or narrow your niche a little further.

In this type of role, you’ll be responsible for planning, executing, and monitoring projects. If you want to charge more than $25 an hour, which you absolutely can, you can boost confidence by getting a special certification.

13. Editing and Proofreading Services

I know I already mentioned freelance writing, but there’s a whole other niche out there for editors and proofreaders. Some people hate writing, but give them something to clean up, and they’re pros.

You can edit or proofread in a variety of niches from working at a content mill to a publishing house or even directly with authors who contract you for their services.

14. Social Media Management

Social media is where it’s at, today, and it’s almost a necessity for a business to thrive. When you run someone’s social media account, you come up with the content according to their brand and then push it out at scheduled intervals.

Social media management may also mean monitoring comments for spam and being a constant presence in the community to handle issues that may arise in the comments.

15. Recruiting

Many companies don’t have the time to recruit their own employees. And since it’s a job that can be done remotely, you can very realistically make $25 an hour headhunting for different businesses.

Recruiting means spending a lot of time online on job boards and sites such as LinkedIn to find prospective employees. You will also likely be responsible for speaking with them first before setting up an interview, to ensure they’re a good fit.

16. Digital Marketer

The modes of advertising have changed drastically over the past few decades. Where many people used to catch commercials on television for products and services, they’re now finding them online. That means there’s a growing need for digital marketers.

Digital marketers do more than just mock-up ads. They are responsible for crafting marketing plans, too, which involves a lot of research, which definitely justifies at least a $25 per hour rate.

17. Online Tutor

If you’re educated in a specific subject and have the degree to back it up, you can make money with online tutoring. Your experience level will define who you can teach, from young children to adults.

Having credentials and experience is a must for this career choice, but it’s a great way to kick off a full-time career or just make some money on the side.

18. UI/UX Designer

A bit different than a web designer, a UI/UX designer works on the interface and ensures it’s user-friendly. They may work on websites, they may work on video games, or on mobile apps.

A very skilled UI/UX designer can make six figures a year, easily, and it just takes a bit of knowledge. Even if you’re self-taught, you’ll find it’s enough to make at least $25 per hour.

19. Paralegal

A paralegal is a lawyer’s best asset. They turn to these professionals to help gather materials and research for cases and other services. They help by compiling information and ensuring the attorney’s files are maintained and organized.

A lot of paralegal work can be done at home, but you might have to visit on-site locations, such as a legal library, to do deeper research at times, or in court to assist on a case.

20. Medical Coding

A medical coder helps keep a patient’s medical records up-to-date with the most accurate information. They take the doctor’s, dentist’s, or other medical professional’s notes and translate the information into medical codes used by healthcare providers and insurance companies.

This job requires a high degree of confidentiality and there are stringent requirements in place for handling sensitive information, but many people can and do make a living in this field.

21. Transcription

Some fields, like legal, find it easier to take audio notes of a meeting than physical, because it doesn’t require as much attention. However, they will often turn these tapes over for transcribing, and that’s where you can make some money.

Transcription is also good for someone who is writing a book or legal documents, but doesn’t want to or can’t type them up.

22. Bookkeeping

If you have a knack for numbers, you’ll excel as a bookkeeper … see what I did there? Every business needs bookkeeping services to keep their financials on track, but the frequency may vary. Some need monthly accounting of their bills while others can be done quarterly.

As a remote bookkeeper, you’ll have the flexibility to work those spreadsheets and figures on your own time.

23. Voiceover Work

Some people just have a voice made for the airwaves. There are so many opportunities for voiceover work these days from advertisements to audiobooks, that you might have to define exactly what it is you want to do. However, the opportunities can also be lucrative.

Consider working with a vocal coach, too. They can absolutely elevate the use and control of your voice for a more consistent output.