#15 - Newspaper Routes

#15 - Newspaper Routes


Newspaper routes is always a good way to earn extra money. A paper boy is always needed, as current delivery person's are just doing it to make extra money, or are just doing till they get out of high school, or college. That means job openings pop up a few times a year.

I've done this with the local classifieds for $43 per week, which I only had to deliver papers once a week. The problem however, was that my paper route was huge and was spread out in one big circle. I drove a 4 cylinder neon, and probably spent $20 in gas just delivering them. On top of that, you have to bag them when its raining, and rubber band them before you deliver them.

It was an extra $43 per week, but..for the gas and the time I had to deliver them, it wasn't worth it to me. If you want some extra spending money, and you find a small route that you can use a bicycle or something to run with, you might make some decent money.

Don't forget that you are not working for the company, you are seen as a "sub-contractor" and will have to do the taxes on your own at the end of the year. Keep track of your mileage, and keep receipts for everything related to the job.

Here is a nice article to read: http://www.yourpaperroute.com/content/are-paper-routes-still-profitable