50 Easy Ways to Make an Extra $1000 Every Month in 2018

7. Drive with Uber and Lyft

If you find solace on the road and enjoy finding the best route across town, driving with Uber and Lyft is a great way to do it.

As an Uber contractor, you’re responsible for setting your schedule and motivating yourself to work.

In November, the average driver in the U.S. made $556.22 a week.* Your earnings will be calculated by adding a base fare, plus time and distance traveled after your pickup, and Uber charges a service fee.

If you want to give it a try there are a few things to keep in mind: You must be at least 21 years old, have three years of driving experience, have an in-state driver’s license, a clean driving record and be able to pass a criminal background check.

Finally, your car must be a four-door, seat at least four passengers (excluding the driver), be registered in-state and be covered by in-state insurance.

Here’s a link to apply with Uber.

Since it’s simple to switch between apps, many Uber drivers also sign up to drive with Lyft.

The company recently announced it’s expanding into 100 new cities this year. Expansion areas include the Southwest, the Southeast, the Carolinas, the Rockies, the Midwest, New England and Central California.

To be eligible, you’ll need to be at least 21 years old with a year of driving experience, pass a background check and own a car made in 2007 or later.

Here’s a link to apply with Lyft.

* This opportunity with Uber is for an independent contractor. Stated trip earnings of $556.22 per week are based on 40 hours of driving per week using the net median national earnings of partners from November 2017. Median earnings in your specific location may be lower than the national figure. Actual earnings vary depending on number of rides accepted and taken, time of day, location and other factors.