266 Service Business Ideas
Service businesses are the fastest route to first revenue: no inventory, no long build, just a skill and customers who need it done.
Updated 2026-10-20 · Costs in USD
| # | Idea | Startup cost | Revenue | First $ | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Notion and Obsidian Setup ConsultingFreelance & Agency | $0–$200 | $1k–$6k/mo | 1–2 weeks | Easy |
| 02 | No-Code Automation ConsultantFreelance & Agency | $0–$400 | $2.5k–$14k/mo | 1–3 weeks | Easy |
| 03 | Teen Babysitting BusinessLocal Services | $50–$400 | $200–$1.5k/mo | 1–2 weeks | Easy |
| 04 | Resume Writing ServiceFreelance & Agency | $50–$500 | $1k–$5k/mo | 1–3 weeks | Easy |
| 05 | Proofreading and Editing ServiceFreelance & Agency | $50–$500 | $1k–$5.5k/mo | 1–4 weeks | Easy |
| 06 | Transcription and Captioning ServiceFreelance & Agency | $50–$500 | $800–$4.5k/mo | 1–4 weeks | Easy |
| 07 | Virtual Assistant BusinessFreelance & Agency | $50–$600 | $1.5k–$6k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Easy |
| 08 | Email Newsletter Management ServiceFreelance & Agency | $50–$600 | $1.5k–$7k/mo | 2–4 weeks | Easy |
| 09 | Online Language Lessons BusinessEducation & Coaching | $50–$600 | $1k–$5.5k/mo | 1–3 weeks | Easy |
| 10 | Online Tutoring BusinessEducation & Coaching | $50–$700 | $1.2k–$6k/mo | 1–3 weeks | Easy |
| 11 | College Admissions Essay CoachingEducation & Coaching | $50–$800 | $1.5k–$8k/mo | 2–4 weeks | Easy |
| 12 | Online Chess Coaching BusinessEducation & Coaching | $50–$800 | $1k–$6k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Easy |
| 13 | Social Media Management for Local BusinessesFreelance & Agency | $100–$800 | $1.5k–$7k/mo | 2–4 weeks | Easy |
| 14 | Neighborhood Car Washing BusinessLocal Services | $100–$800 | $250–$2k/mo | 1–2 weeks | Easy |
| 15 | WordPress Maintenance RetainersFreelance & Agency | $100–$1k | $1.5k–$10k/mo | 1–3 weeks | Easy |
| 16 | ESL Teaching for Adults BusinessEducation & Coaching | $100–$1.5k | $1.2k–$6k/mo | 2–5 weeks | Easy |
| 17 | Tech Help for Seniors BusinessLocal Services | $100–$1.5k | $400–$4k/mo | 1–3 weeks | Easy |
| 18 | Podcast Editing and Production ServiceFreelance & Agency | $150–$1.5k | $1.2k–$6k/mo | 2–4 weeks | Easy |
| 19 | Mobile Notary BusinessLocal Services | $200–$1.5k | $800–$5k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Easy |
| 20 | Meal Prep Coaching BusinessHealth & Wellness | $200–$2k | $1k–$6k/mo | 2–4 weeks | Easy |
| 21 | Dog Walking BusinessPets | $200–$2k | $1.5k–$6k/mo | 1–2 weeks | Easy |
| 22 | Business Plan Writing ServiceFreelance & Agency | $200–$2k | $1.5k–$10k/mo | 1–3 weeks | Easy |
| 23 | Pet Sitting BusinessPets | $200–$2.5k | $1.5k–$6k/mo | 1–3 weeks | Easy |
| 24 | Teen Lawn Mowing BusinessLocal Services | $200–$2.5k | $400–$3k/mo | 1–2 weeks | Easy |
| 25 | Music Lessons StudioEducation & Coaching | $200–$3k | $1.5k–$7k/mo | 2–4 weeks | Easy |
| 26 | Pet Waste Removal BusinessPets | $200–$3k | $800–$6k/mo | 1–3 weeks | Easy |
| 27 | Home Organizing BusinessHome & Property | $300–$3k | $1.5k–$8k/mo | 1–3 weeks | Easy |
| 28 | Web Design BusinessFreelance & Agency | $300–$3k | $2.5k–$15k/mo | 1–4 weeks | Easy |
| 29 | Local Tour Guide BusinessEvents & Travel | $300–$5k | $1k–$8k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Easy |
| 30 | Kids Party Entertainer BusinessEvents & Travel | $300–$5k | $800–$6.5k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Easy |
| 31 | Balloon Decor BusinessEvents & Travel | $500–$4k | $1k–$7k/mo | 1–3 weeks | Easy |
| 32 | Park Fitness Bootcamp BusinessHealth & Wellness | $500–$4k | $1.5k–$8k/mo | 3–6 weeks | Easy |
| 33 | Senior Fitness Classes BusinessHealth & Wellness | $500–$4k | $1.5k–$7k/mo | 3–8 weeks | Easy |
| 34 | Personal Stylist BusinessLocal Services | $500–$4k | $1.5k–$7k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Easy |
| 35 | Window Cleaning BusinessLocal Services | $500–$5k | $2.5k–$8k/mo | 1–2 weeks | Easy |
| 36 | House Cleaning BusinessHome & Property | $500–$5k | $3k–$15k/mo | 1–2 weeks | Easy |
| 37 | Youth Sports Coaching BusinessHealth & Wellness | $500–$5k | $1.5k–$8k/mo | 3–6 weeks | Easy |
| 38 | Pop-Up Shop and Market Vendor BusinessEvents & Travel | $500–$5k | $500–$8k/mo | 2–4 weeks | Easy |
| 39 | Kids Art Classes BusinessEducation & Coaching | $500–$6k | $1.5k–$7k/mo | 3–6 weeks | Easy |
| 40 | Gutter Cleaning BusinessHome & Property | $500–$6k | $1.5k–$8k/mo | 1–3 weeks | Easy |
| 41 | Hair Braiding BusinessLocal Services | $500–$6k | $2.5k–$8k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Easy |
| 42 | Kids Science Workshops BusinessEducation & Coaching | $500–$8k | $600–$8k/mo | 3–8 weeks | Easy |
| 43 | Parking Space Rental BusinessLocal Services | $500–$60k | $500–$15k/mo | 1–4 weeks | Easy |
| 44 | Labor-Only Moving BusinessLocal Services | $800–$6k | $2k–$10k/mo | 1–4 weeks | Easy |
| 45 | Sound Bath and Meditation StudioHealth & Wellness | $800–$8k | $1k–$6k/mo | 3–8 weeks | Easy |
| 46 | Junk Removal BusinessLocal Services | $1k–$15k | $3k–$12k/mo | 1–2 weeks | Easy |
| 47 | Mobile Spray Tan BusinessLocal Services | $1.5k–$5k | $1.5k–$7k/mo | 2–4 weeks | Easy |
| 48 | Windshield Repair BusinessLocal Services | $1.5k–$15k | $2.5k–$14k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Easy |
| 49 | Permanent Jewelry BusinessLocal Services | $2k–$8k | $2k–$10k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Easy |
| 50 | Pressure Washing BusinessLocal Services | $2k–$10k | $3k–$10k/mo | 1–2 weeks | Easy |
| 51 | Photo Booth Rental BusinessEvents & Travel | $2k–$12k | $1.5k–$8k/mo | 1–2 months | Easy |
| 52 | Lawn Care BusinessHome & Property | $2k–$20k | $3k–$15k/mo | 1–2 weeks | Easy |
| 53 | Bounce House RentalEvents & Travel | $2k–$25k | $1k–$12k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Easy |
| 54 | Mobile Car Detailing BusinessLocal Services | $2.5k–$12k | $3k–$9k/mo | 1–3 weeks | Easy |
| 55 | Carpet Cleaning BusinessHome & Property | $3k–$30k | $2.5k–$10k/mo | 2–4 weeks | Easy |
| 56 | Trash Can Cleaning BusinessHome & Property | $4k–$20k | $1.5k–$9k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Easy |
| 57 | Kayak and Paddleboard Rental BusinessLocal Services | $5k–$40k | $2k–$18k/mo | 3–8 weeks | Easy |
| 58 | Trailer Rental BusinessLocal Services | $6k–$30k | $1.5k–$9k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Easy |
| 59 | LinkedIn Ghostwriting ServiceFreelance & Agency | $0–$300 | $2k–$9k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Medium |
| 60 | Freelance Copywriting BusinessFreelance & Agency | $0–$400 | $1.5k–$8k/mo | 3–8 weeks | Medium |
| 61 | Internal Tools AgencyFreelance & Agency | $0–$500 | $4k–$20k/mo | 1–4 weeks | Medium |
| 62 | Virtual Bookkeeping for CreatorsFreelance & Agency | $50–$600 | $1.5k–$8k/mo | 2–4 weeks | Medium |
| 63 | Online Fitness Challenge BusinessEducation & Coaching | $50–$800 | $500–$8k/mo | 3–5 weeks | Medium |
| 64 | AI Training Workshops for TeamsEducation & Coaching | $100–$800 | $1.5k–$9k/mo | 2–4 weeks | Medium |
| 65 | Website Accessibility Audit ServiceFreelance & Agency | $100–$800 | $1.5k–$8k/mo | 2–4 weeks | Medium |
| 66 | SEO Content Writing AgencyFreelance & Agency | $100–$1k | $2.5k–$12k/mo | 3–6 weeks | Medium |
| 67 | Grant Writing Service for NonprofitsFreelance & Agency | $100–$1k | $1.5k–$8k/mo | 1–2 months | Medium |
| 68 | Test Prep Tutoring BusinessEducation & Coaching | $100–$1k | $2k–$9k/mo | 2–4 weeks | Medium |
| 69 | Webflow and Framer Website AgencyFreelance & Agency | $100–$1.2k | $3k–$15k/mo | 1–2 months | Medium |
| 70 | Translation and Localization ServiceFreelance & Agency | $100–$1.5k | $1.5k–$7k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Medium |
| 71 | Financial Literacy Workshops for TeensEducation & Coaching | $100–$1.5k | $1k–$5k/mo | 1–2 months | Medium |
| 72 | Data Analytics Dashboards for Small BusinessesFreelance & Agency | $100–$1.5k | $2.5k–$14k/mo | 2–5 weeks | Medium |
| 73 | Online Business Coaching PracticeEducation & Coaching | $100–$1.5k | $1.5k–$9k/mo | 3–8 weeks | Medium |
| 74 | Cohort-Based Course BusinessEducation & Coaching | $100–$2k | $2k–$20k/mo | 4–8 weeks | Medium |
| 75 | AI-Assisted Course Production StudioEducation & Coaching | $200–$1.2k | $2k–$10k/mo | 3–6 weeks | Medium |
| 76 | Bookkeeping Service for Small BusinessesFreelance & Agency | $200–$1.5k | $2k–$8k/mo | 1–2 months | Medium |
| 77 | Logo and Brand Identity Design StudioFreelance & Agency | $200–$1.5k | $2k–$9k/mo | 3–8 weeks | Medium |
| 78 | Public Speaking Coaching BusinessEducation & Coaching | $200–$2.5k | $1.5k–$8k/mo | 3–8 weeks | Medium |
| 79 | Kids Coding Classes BusinessEducation & Coaching | $200–$3k | $1.5k–$8k/mo | 3–6 weeks | Medium |
| 80 | Career Coaching PracticeEducation & Coaching | $200–$3k | $2k–$10k/mo | 3–8 weeks | Medium |
| 81 | Special Needs Tutoring ServiceEducation & Coaching | $200–$3k | $2k–$8k/mo | 3–8 weeks | Medium |
| 82 | Certification Practice Question BankEducation & Coaching | $200–$3k | $300–$6k/mo | 2–4 months | Medium |
| 83 | Online Personal Training BusinessHealth & Wellness | $300–$2.5k | $1.5k–$9k/mo | 3–6 weeks | Medium |
| 84 | Video Editing Service for CreatorsFreelance & Agency | $300–$3k | $1.5k–$9k/mo | 2–4 weeks | Medium |
| 85 | Corporate Wellness Workshops BusinessHealth & Wellness | $300–$3k | $1.5k–$9k/mo | 1–2 months | Medium |
| 86 | Interior Design Consulting BusinessFreelance & Agency | $300–$3k | $1.5k–$7k/mo | 3–8 weeks | Medium |
| 87 | Virtual Event Production ServiceFreelance & Agency | $300–$3k | $2k–$8k/mo | 3–6 weeks | Medium |
| 88 | HR Consulting for Small BusinessesFreelance & Agency | $300–$3k | $2.5k–$10k/mo | 1–2 months | Medium |
| 89 | Nutrition Coaching BusinessHealth & Wellness | $300–$3k | $1.5k–$8k/mo | 3–8 weeks | Medium |
| 90 | Voice-Over Artist BusinessFreelance & Agency | $400–$3k | $800–$6k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 91 | Postpartum Doula ServiceHealth & Wellness | $500–$4k | $2k–$8k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 92 | Seasonal Tax Preparation ServiceFreelance & Agency | $500–$4k | $1k–$8k/mo | 3–5 months | Medium |
| 93 | Personal Chef ServiceHealth & Wellness | $500–$4k | $2.5k–$9k/mo | 3–6 weeks | Medium |
| 94 | PPC AgencyFreelance & Agency | $500–$4k | $3.5k–$25k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Medium |
| 95 | Airbnb Co-Hosting and ManagementHome & Property | $500–$5k | $1.5k–$12k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 96 | Wedding Planning BusinessEvents & Travel | $500–$5k | $1.5k–$10k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 97 | Senior Move Management ServiceHealth & Wellness | $500–$5k | $2.5k–$10k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 98 | Consulting BusinessFreelance & Agency | $500–$5k | $4k–$25k/mo | 2–8 weeks | Medium |
| 99 | Legal Document Preparation BusinessFreelance & Agency | $500–$5k | $1.5k–$8k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Medium |
| 100 | Truck Dispatching ServiceLocal Services | $500–$5k | $1.5k–$15k/mo | 3–8 weeks | Medium |
| 101 | Swim Lessons BusinessEducation & Coaching | $500–$6k | $1.5k–$7.5k/mo | 3–8 weeks | Medium |
| 102 | Cooking Classes BusinessEducation & Coaching | $500–$6k | $1.5k–$8k/mo | 3–8 weeks | Medium |
| 103 | Senior Companion Care ServiceHealth & Wellness | $500–$8k | $2k–$12k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 104 | Dog Treat Bakery BusinessPets | $500–$8k | $800–$6k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 105 | Snow Removal BusinessLocal Services | $500–$18k | $1.5k–$9k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Medium |
| 106 | Pickleball Coaching and Facility BusinessLocal Services | $500–$200k | $500–$30k/mo | 2–6 weeks for coaching, 6–12 months for a facility | Medium |
| 107 | Mobile Massage BusinessHealth & Wellness | $800–$5k | $2k–$8k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Medium |
| 108 | PR AgencyFreelance & Agency | $800–$6k | $3k–$20k/mo | 3–8 weeks | Medium |
| 109 | Managed IT Support for Small OfficesFreelance & Agency | $1k–$6k | $3k–$18k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Medium |
| 110 | Pet Photography BusinessPets | $1k–$8k | $800–$6k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Medium |
| 111 | Aquarium Maintenance ServicePets | $1k–$8k | $1.2k–$6.5k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Medium |
| 112 | Digital Marketing AgencyFreelance & Agency | $1k–$8k | $4k–$30k/mo | 3–8 weeks | Medium |
| 113 | Event Planning BusinessLocal Services | $1k–$8k | $1.5k–$15k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 114 | Medical Billing BusinessFreelance & Agency | $1k–$8k | $2k–$15k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 115 | Laundry Pickup and Delivery ServiceLocal Services | $1k–$10k | $2k–$8k/mo | 2–4 weeks | Medium |
| 116 | Dog Training BusinessPets | $1k–$10k | $2k–$10k/mo | 1–2 months | Medium |
| 117 | Pilates Instruction BusinessHealth & Wellness | $1k–$10k | $1.5k–$8k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 118 | Home DaycareEducation & Coaching | $1k–$10k | $3k–$9k/mo | 1–4 months | Medium |
| 119 | Lead Generation BusinessFreelance & Agency | $1k–$10k | $1.5k–$30k/mo | 3–10 weeks | Medium |
| 120 | Small Yoga Studio BusinessHealth & Wellness | $1k–$15k | $1.5k–$10k/mo | 1–2 months | Medium |
| 121 | Home Staging BusinessHome & Property | $1k–$30k | $2k–$12k/mo | 1–2 months | Medium |
| 122 | Real Estate Photography BusinessFreelance & Agency | $1.5k–$5k | $2k–$7k/mo | 3–6 weeks | Medium |
| 123 | Freelance Makeup Artist BusinessLocal Services | $1.5k–$6k | $2k–$9k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 124 | Mobile Bike Repair BusinessLocal Services | $1.5k–$8k | $2k–$6.5k/mo | 2–4 weeks | Medium |
| 125 | Handyman BusinessHome & Property | $1.5k–$10k | $3k–$12k/mo | 1–2 weeks | Medium |
| 126 | Small Engine Repair BusinessLocal Services | $1.5k–$12k | $1.5k–$7k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Medium |
| 127 | Cut Flower FarmLocal Services | $1.5k–$12k | $500–$7k/mo | 3–6 months | Medium |
| 128 | Phone Repair BusinessLocal Services | $1.5k–$15k | $3k–$12k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Medium |
| 129 | Parents’ Night Out Event BusinessEvents & Travel | $1.5k–$15k | $800–$9k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 130 | Drone Photography and Videography BusinessFreelance & Agency | $2k–$8k | $1.5k–$7k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 131 | Eyelash Extension BusinessLocal Services | $2k–$8k | $3.5k–$9k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 132 | Event DJ BusinessEvents & Travel | $2k–$10k | $1.5k–$10k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 133 | Pool Cleaning Service BusinessHome & Property | $2k–$15k | $2k–$12k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Medium |
| 134 | Teeth Whitening BusinessHealth & Wellness | $2k–$15k | $2k–$9k/mo | 1–2 months | Medium |
| 135 | Commercial Cleaning CompanyLocal Services | $2k–$15k | $3k–$30k/mo | 3–8 weeks | Medium |
| 136 | Nanny AgencyLocal Services | $2k–$15k | $2k–$20k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 137 | Firewood Delivery BusinessLocal Services | $2k–$20k | $1k–$6.5k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 138 | House Painting BusinessHome & Property | $2k–$20k | $3k–$15k/mo | 1–4 weeks | Medium |
| 139 | Insurance AgencyLocal Services | $2k–$20k | $1k–$25k/mo | 2–5 months | Medium |
| 140 | Accounting FirmFreelance & Agency | $2k–$20k | $3k–$40k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 141 | Farmers Market Organizer BusinessEvents & Travel | $2k–$20k | $500–$8k/mo | 2–4 months | Medium |
| 142 | Wedding Florist BusinessEvents & Travel | $2k–$25k | $1.5k–$14k/mo | 1–4 months | Medium |
| 143 | Courier and Last-Mile Delivery BusinessLocal Services | $2k–$40k | $3k–$25k/mo | 1–3 weeks | Medium |
| 144 | Community Garden Plot Rental BusinessLocal Services | $2k–$40k | $300–$6k/mo | 2–5 months | Medium |
| 145 | Property Management CompanyLocal Services | $3k–$20k | $3k–$25k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 146 | Mobile Drug Testing BusinessLocal Services | $3k–$20k | $2k–$15k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 147 | Holiday Light Installation BusinessHome & Property | $3k–$25k | $2k–$20k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 148 | Brow Bar and Microblading BusinessLocal Services | $3k–$25k | $3k–$12k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 149 | ATM BusinessLocal Services | $3k–$25k | $200–$5k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 150 | Roadside Assistance BusinessLocal Services | $3k–$25k | $2k–$14k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Medium |
| 151 | Car Flipping BusinessLocal Services | $3k–$30k | $1k–$10k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Medium |
| 152 | Medical Courier BusinessLocal Services | $3k–$35k | $4k–$25k/mo | 3–8 weeks | Medium |
| 153 | Custom Closet Design BusinessHome & Property | $3k–$40k | $3k–$20k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 154 | Compost and Soil ProductsLocal Services | $3k–$60k | $800–$12k/mo | 2–6 months | Medium |
| 155 | Home Inspection BusinessLocal Services | $4k–$15k | $3k–$15k/mo | 2–5 months | Medium |
| 156 | Vending Machine Route BusinessLocal Services | $4k–$25k | $800–$4.5k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 157 | Flooring Installation BusinessLocal Services | $4k–$30k | $6k–$35k/mo | 1–4 weeks | Medium |
| 158 | Locksmith BusinessLocal Services | $4k–$30k | $3k–$18k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 159 | Esthetician Skincare StudioHealth & Wellness | $5k–$25k | $3.5k–$12k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 160 | Garage Floor Epoxy Coating BusinessHome & Property | $5k–$30k | $4k–$20k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 161 | Landscaping BusinessLocal Services | $5k–$30k | $4k–$25k/mo | 1–4 weeks | Medium |
| 162 | Pest Control BusinessLocal Services | $5k–$30k | $5k–$35k/mo | 3–8 weeks | Medium |
| 163 | Garage Door Repair BusinessLocal Services | $5k–$30k | $6k–$35k/mo | 1–4 weeks | Medium |
| 164 | Mobile Mechanic BusinessLocal Services | $5k–$40k | $5k–$25k/mo | 1–3 weeks | Medium |
| 165 | Window Tint and Paint Protection Film BusinessLocal Services | $5k–$40k | $3k–$30k/mo | 1–2 months | Medium |
| 166 | Party Rental BusinessEvents & Travel | $5k–$50k | $2k–$15k/mo | 1–2 months | Medium |
| 167 | Tool and Equipment Rental BusinessLocal Services | $5k–$50k | $2k–$18k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Medium |
| 168 | Print ShopLocal Services | $5k–$75k | $2.5k–$30k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 169 | Car Rental BusinessLocal Services | $5k–$150k | $1.5k–$30k/mo | 1–4 weeks | Medium |
| 170 | Fencing CompanyLocal Services | $6k–$35k | $8k–$45k/mo | 2–4 weeks | Medium |
| 171 | Christmas Tree Lot BusinessEvents & Travel | $8k–$40k | $3k–$25k/mo | 2–4 months | Medium |
| 172 | Cargo Van Delivery BusinessLocal Services | $8k–$45k | $3k–$12k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Medium |
| 173 | Bike and E-Bike Rental BusinessLocal Services | $8k–$60k | $2k–$20k/mo | 1–2 months | Medium |
| 174 | Rug Cleaning BusinessHome & Property | $8k–$60k | $3k–$22k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 175 | Mobile Welding BusinessLocal Services | $8k–$60k | $3.5k–$25k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Medium |
| 176 | Kids Birthday Party Venue BusinessEvents & Travel | $8k–$60k | $3k–$22k/mo | 2–5 months | Medium |
| 177 | Tutoring Center Storefront BusinessEducation & Coaching | $8k–$60k | $4k–$30k/mo | 2–4 months | Medium |
| 178 | Portable Sawmill and LumberLocal Services | $10k–$70k | $1.5k–$12k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 179 | Dog Boarding KennelLocal Services | $10k–$150k | $3k–$35k/mo | 1–4 months | Medium |
| 180 | Porta Potty Rental BusinessEvents & Travel | $15k–$70k | $4k–$25k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 181 | Consignment ShopLocal Services | $15k–$75k | $3k–$25k/mo | 2–4 months | Medium |
| 182 | BarbershopLocal Services | $15k–$80k | $6k–$30k/mo | 2–4 months | Medium |
| 183 | Photo Studio RentalLocal Services | $15k–$80k | $2.5k–$18k/mo | 2–4 months | Medium |
| 184 | Water Refill StationLocal Services | $15k–$80k | $2k–$14k/mo | 2–4 months | Medium |
| 185 | Martial Arts StudioHealth & Wellness | $15k–$100k | $5k–$30k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 186 | Rental Property BusinessHome & Property | $15k–$100k | $300–$8k/mo | 2–6 months | Medium |
| 187 | RV Rental BusinessLocal Services | $15k–$120k | $1.5k–$20k/mo | 2–8 weeks | Medium |
| 188 | Box Truck BusinessLocal Services | $20k–$90k | $5k–$20k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Medium |
| 189 | Thrift StoreLocal Services | $20k–$100k | $5k–$35k/mo | 1–4 months | Medium |
| 190 | Moving CompanyLocal Services | $20k–$120k | $10k–$70k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Medium |
| 191 | Dance StudioEducation & Coaching | $20k–$120k | $5k–$35k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 192 | Boat Rental BusinessLocal Services | $20k–$150k | $3k–$30k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 193 | Mobile Home-Service Franchise ModelLocal Services | $20k–$150k | $3k–$30k/mo | 1–3 months | Medium |
| 194 | Dumpster Rental BusinessLocal Services | $25k–$120k | $5k–$35k/mo | 1–2 months | Medium |
| 195 | Self-Serve Dog Wash BusinessPets | $30k–$120k | $3k–$15k/mo | 3–8 months | Medium |
| 196 | Nail SalonLocal Services | $30k–$150k | $8k–$40k/mo | 3–6 months | Medium |
| 197 | Fractional CTO ServiceFreelance & Agency | $0–$1k | $5k–$25k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Hard |
| 198 | Shopify App Development AgencyFreelance & Agency | $100–$1.5k | $4k–$22k/mo | 2–5 weeks | Hard |
| 199 | Small Business Cybersecurity AuditsFreelance & Agency | $300–$3k | $3k–$15k/mo | 3–8 weeks | Hard |
| 200 | Homeschool Learning PodEducation & Coaching | $500–$5k | $2k–$9k/mo | 1–3 months | Hard |
| 201 | Nonprofit OrganizationFreelance & Agency | $500–$8k | $0–$20k/mo | 2–6 months | Hard |
| 202 | Real Estate Wholesaling BusinessLocal Services | $1k–$10k | $0–$15k/mo | 1–4 months | Hard |
| 203 | Lactation Consulting PracticeHealth & Wellness | $1.5k–$12k | $1.5k–$8k/mo | 1–3 months | Hard |
| 204 | Real Estate Agent BusinessLocal Services | $2k–$12k | $0–$25k/mo | 3–6 months | Hard |
| 205 | App Development AgencyFreelance & Agency | $2k–$15k | $6k–$50k/mo | 1–3 months | Hard |
| 206 | Private Investigator BusinessFreelance & Agency | $2k–$15k | $2k–$12k/mo | 1–4 months | Hard |
| 207 | Wedding Photography BusinessFreelance & Agency | $3k–$12k | $2k–$10k/mo | 2–6 months | Hard |
| 208 | Summer Day Camp BusinessEducation & Coaching | $3k–$30k | $3k–$25k/mo | 3–6 months | Hard |
| 209 | Driving School BusinessEducation & Coaching | $5k–$30k | $2.5k–$9k/mo | 2–6 months | Hard |
| 210 | Short-Term Rental Arbitrage BusinessHome & Property | $5k–$30k | $500–$8k/mo | 1–3 months | Hard |
| 211 | Freight Brokerage BusinessLocal Services | $5k–$40k | $3k–$40k/mo | 2–5 months | Hard |
| 212 | After-School Program BusinessEducation & Coaching | $5k–$40k | $3k–$20k/mo | 3–6 months | Hard |
| 213 | Christmas Tree FarmLocal Services | $5k–$50k | $0–$12k/mo | 6–10 years | Hard |
| 214 | Bail Bonds BusinessLocal Services | $5k–$50k | $2k–$30k/mo | 2–6 months | Hard |
| 215 | Rideshare Fleet or Taxi BusinessLocal Services | $5k–$150k | $2k–$30k/mo | 1–3 months | Hard |
| 216 | Electrician BusinessLocal Services | $6k–$35k | $8k–$45k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Hard |
| 217 | General Contractor and Remodeling BusinessLocal Services | $6k–$40k | $12k–$70k/mo | 1–3 months | Hard |
| 218 | Plumbing BusinessLocal Services | $8k–$40k | $8k–$50k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Hard |
| 219 | Security Guard CompanyLocal Services | $8k–$50k | $4k–$40k/mo | 2–5 months | Hard |
| 220 | Mobile Bar Service BusinessEvents & Travel | $8k–$60k | $2k–$18k/mo | 2–5 months | Hard |
| 221 | Construction CompanyLocal Services | $8k–$60k | $15k–$80k/mo | 1–3 months | Hard |
| 222 | Welding and Metal Fabrication ShopLocal Services | $8k–$60k | $3k–$18k/mo | 1–2 months | Hard |
| 223 | Lavender Farm and AgritourismLocal Services | $8k–$60k | $500–$15k/mo | 1–3 years | Hard |
| 224 | Non-Medical Home Care AgencyHealth & Wellness | $10k–$60k | $3k–$20k/mo | 3–9 months | Hard |
| 225 | Concrete BusinessLocal Services | $10k–$60k | $10k–$60k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Hard |
| 226 | Staffing AgencyLocal Services | $10k–$60k | $3k–$40k/mo | 1–3 months | Hard |
| 227 | Small-Batch Contract Manufacturing for MakersLocal Services | $10k–$100k | $3k–$25k/mo | 2–4 months | Hard |
| 228 | Backyard and Barn Event Venue BusinessEvents & Travel | $10k–$200k | $2k–$30k/mo | 3–12 months | Hard |
| 229 | Buying a Franchise: How to Evaluate OneLocal Services | $10k–$500k | $2k–$40k/mo | 3–12 months | Hard |
| 230 | Mobile Tire Service BusinessLocal Services | $15k–$60k | $3k–$12k/mo | 1–3 months | Hard |
| 231 | HVAC BusinessLocal Services | $15k–$70k | $12k–$80k/mo | 3–8 weeks | Hard |
| 232 | Roofing CompanyLocal Services | $15k–$75k | $20k–$120k/mo | 2–8 weeks | Hard |
| 233 | Repossession CompanyLocal Services | $15k–$90k | $4k–$30k/mo | 2–4 months | Hard |
| 234 | Learning Center with a Franchise-Style SystemEducation & Coaching | $15k–$90k | $5k–$40k/mo | 3–6 months | Hard |
| 235 | Mobile Pet Grooming VanPets | $15k–$100k | $5k–$15k/mo | 2–6 months | Hard |
| 236 | Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) BusinessLocal Services | $15k–$120k | $6k–$40k/mo | 2–6 months | Hard |
| 237 | Tree Service BusinessLocal Services | $15k–$150k | $10k–$70k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Hard |
| 238 | Hay Production and SalesLocal Services | $15k–$150k | $1k–$12k/mo | 3–8 months | Hard |
| 239 | Coworking Space BusinessLocal Services | $15k–$200k | $3k–$40k/mo | 2–6 months | Hard |
| 240 | Flower ShopLocal Services | $20k–$100k | $6k–$40k/mo | 2–5 months | Hard |
| 241 | Escape Room BusinessEvents & Travel | $20k–$120k | $4k–$30k/mo | 3–8 months | Hard |
| 242 | Hair SalonLocal Services | $20k–$150k | $8k–$45k/mo | 3–6 months | Hard |
| 243 | CNA and Phlebotomy Training SchoolEducation & Coaching | $20k–$150k | $5k–$40k/mo | 4–12 months | Hard |
| 244 | House Flipping BusinessLocal Services | $20k–$150k | $0–$20k/mo | 4–9 months | Hard |
| 245 | Makerspace BusinessLocal Services | $20k–$200k | $3k–$30k/mo | 4–9 months | Hard |
| 246 | Buying an Existing Small BusinessLocal Services | $20k–$750k | $3k–$50k/mo | Immediate after closing | Hard |
| 247 | Tattoo StudioLocal Services | $25k–$120k | $8k–$40k/mo | 3–6 months | Hard |
| 248 | Doggy Daycare BusinessPets | $25k–$150k | $4k–$25k/mo | 3–9 months | Hard |
| 249 | Trucking Company (Owner-Operator)Local Services | $25k–$200k | $8k–$35k/mo | 1–3 months | Hard |
| 250 | Laser Tag and Axe Throwing VenueEvents & Travel | $25k–$250k | $6k–$50k/mo | 4–9 months | Hard |
| 251 | Self-Storage BusinessLocal Services | $25k–$1500k | $2k–$60k/mo | 2–12 months | Hard |
| 252 | Hotshot Trucking BusinessLocal Services | $30k–$120k | $5k–$22k/mo | 3–8 weeks | Hard |
| 253 | Clothing BoutiqueLocal Services | $30k–$120k | $6k–$40k/mo | 2–6 months | Hard |
| 254 | Tow Truck BusinessLocal Services | $30k–$140k | $5k–$25k/mo | 2–6 weeks | Hard |
| 255 | Indoor Playground BusinessLocal Services | $30k–$250k | $6k–$45k/mo | 4–9 months | Hard |
| 256 | Auto Repair ShopLocal Services | $40k–$250k | $15k–$90k/mo | 1–3 months | Hard |
| 257 | Boutique Fitness StudioHealth & Wellness | $40k–$250k | $8k–$50k/mo | 2–6 months | Hard |
| 258 | Arcade and Gaming LoungeLocal Services | $40k–$250k | $5k–$45k/mo | 3–8 months | Hard |
| 259 | Adult Day Care CenterHealth & Wellness | $50k–$250k | $15k–$80k/mo | 4–9 months | Hard |
| 260 | Pawn Shop BusinessLocal Services | $50k–$250k | $8k–$50k/mo | 1–3 months | Hard |
| 261 | Assisted Living Group HomeHealth & Wellness | $50k–$400k | $10k–$60k/mo | 4–12 months | Hard |
| 262 | Ethnic Grocery StoreLocal Services | $75k–$400k | $20k–$150k/mo | 2–6 months | Hard |
| 263 | Laundromat BusinessLocal Services | $100k–$500k | $5k–$30k/mo | 3–12 months | Hard |
| 264 | Childcare CenterEducation & Coaching | $100k–$500k | $20k–$120k/mo | 6–12 months | Hard |
| 265 | Home Health AgencyHealth & Wellness | $100k–$500k | $20k–$150k/mo | 6–18 months | Hard |
| 266 | Convenience StoreLocal Services | $100k–$500k | $30k–$200k/mo | 2–6 months | Hard |
Top 30 in detail
- 1
Notion and Obsidian Setup Consulting
Design personal and team knowledge systems for clients who are drowning in scattered notes
Setup consulting builds custom workspaces in Notion or Obsidian for individuals and small teams, including databases, templates, automations and training. Clients pay $300 to $3,000 per project. It works because many people bought the tool, built a mess, and now want someone to organize it.
- Cost
- $0–$200
- Revenue
- $1k–$6k/mo
- First $
- 1–2 weeks
- 2
No-Code Automation Consultant
Connect a client’s apps with Zapier, Make, and n8n to remove manual busywork
A no-code automation consultant maps a business’s repetitive tasks and builds workflows in Zapier, Make, or n8n that move data between tools automatically. Small and mid-sized companies pay project fees and monthly care plans because they want fewer manual steps without hiring developers. You win by understanding processes and error handling, not just connecting two apps.
- Cost
- $0–$400
- Revenue
- $2.5k–$14k/mo
- First $
- 1–3 weeks
- 3
Teen Babysitting Business
Certified, reliable sitting for families nearby, run with parent oversight
A teen babysitting business offers short-term childcare in clients’ homes, evenings and weekends, for families a teen already knows or is referred to. Parents pay an hourly rate for a trained, trustworthy sitter. With first aid and CPR training and a parent helping to vet clients, it can become a steady income stream with almost no startup cost.
- Cost
- $50–$400
- Revenue
- $200–$1.5k/mo
- First $
- 1–2 weeks
- 4
Resume Writing Service
Help job seekers turn experience into interviews, one resume at a time
A resume writing service rewrites resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and cover letters for job seekers for a flat package fee. Clients pay because a clear, targeted resume helps them get past screening and into interviews. You can start with writing skill and an HR or recruiting background, with no formal license required.
- Cost
- $50–$500
- Revenue
- $1k–$5k/mo
- First $
- 1–3 weeks
- 5
Proofreading and Editing Service
Polish manuscripts, theses, and business documents for a per-word fee
A proofreading and editing service corrects grammar, clarity, and consistency in documents such as books, academic papers, and business content, usually priced per word or per page. Clients pay for confidence that their work reads cleanly. An eye for detail and strong command of style guides are the core assets.
- Cost
- $50–$500
- Revenue
- $1k–$5.5k/mo
- First $
- 1–4 weeks
- 6
Transcription and Captioning Service
Turn audio and video into clean transcripts and accurate captions
A transcription and captioning service turns interviews, podcasts, and videos into accurate text and subtitle files, usually priced per audio minute. Clients pay for accuracy, accessibility, and quick turnaround. AI drafting handles the first pass, so the value is now in human review, specialized vocabulary, and formats such as captions and show notes.
- Cost
- $50–$500
- Revenue
- $800–$4.5k/mo
- First $
- 1–4 weeks
- 7
Virtual Assistant Business
Take admin work off busy founders’ plates, one retainer at a time
A virtual assistant business sells remote administrative help, such as inbox management, scheduling, and data entry, to busy owners and professionals on a monthly retainer. Clients pay for reclaimed hours, and the work needs only a laptop and reliable habits. Demand holds steady because small teams keep outsourcing tasks they cannot justify hiring for.
- Cost
- $50–$600
- Revenue
- $1.5k–$6k/mo
- First $
- 2–6 weeks
- 9
Online Language Lessons Business
Teach conversation and fluency in your native language over video
An online language lessons business teaches a language to learners through live video sessions, billed per lesson or as a monthly plan. Learners pay for speaking practice and accountability that apps cannot provide. Native fluency and a clear teaching method matter more than formal teaching degrees to many students.
- Cost
- $50–$600
- Revenue
- $1k–$5.5k/mo
- First $
- 1–3 weeks
- 10
Online Tutoring Business
Tutor students over video in the subject you know best
An online tutoring business teaches school or college subjects to students over video, billed per session or as monthly packages. Parents and students pay for personal attention and better grades. Start with one subject and grade level, then build a roster through referrals.
- Cost
- $50–$700
- Revenue
- $1.2k–$6k/mo
- First $
- 1–3 weeks
- 11
College Admissions Essay Coaching
Help applicants tell their story in clear, authentic essays
College admissions essay coaching guides students through brainstorming, drafting, and revising application essays and personal statements. Families pay for expert feedback during a high-stakes process. A strong writing background and an ethical approach, where the student writes the essay, are essential.
- Cost
- $50–$800
- Revenue
- $1.5k–$8k/mo
- First $
- 2–4 weeks
- 12
Online Chess Coaching Business
Coach young players on video and help them climb the rating ladder
An online chess coaching business teaches players through video lessons, game analysis, and training plans, charging per lesson or on a monthly basis. Parents of motivated children are the core buyers, with adult improvers as a second segment. You need a solid playing strength relative to your students and the ability to explain ideas clearly.
- Cost
- $50–$800
- Revenue
- $1k–$6k/mo
- First $
- 2–6 weeks
- 14
Neighborhood Car Washing Business
A weekend hand-wash service for neighbors that a teen can run from a bucket and a hose
A neighborhood car washing business offers hand washing and interior cleaning at customers’ driveways using the owner’s water and power. Teens with a parent’s oversight can earn steady money washing cars for neighbors, family friends and small local businesses. It stays simple by focusing on repeat customers and a short list of packages.
- Cost
- $100–$800
- Revenue
- $250–$2k/mo
- First $
- 1–2 weeks
- 15
WordPress Maintenance Retainers
Keep small business WordPress sites updated, secure, and fast for a monthly fee
A WordPress maintenance retainer business updates plugins, themes, and core, runs backups, monitors uptime, and fixes small issues for a flat monthly fee. Small business owners pay because they fear their site breaking or getting hacked and do not know who to call. A dozen clients at $100 to $300 per month provides a stable base for a solo operator.
- Cost
- $100–$1k
- Revenue
- $1.5k–$10k/mo
- First $
- 1–3 weeks
- 16
ESL Teaching for Adults Business
Teach working adults the English they need for jobs and daily life
An ESL teaching business for adults provides English lessons to working professionals and recent immigrants, either one-on-one or in small groups, charged per hour or by monthly package. Students pay for practical communication skills that help them get jobs, promotions, or settle in a new country. Specializing in a profession or goal, such as nursing or job interviews, lifts both retention and price.
- Cost
- $100–$1.5k
- Revenue
- $1.2k–$6k/mo
- First $
- 2–5 weeks
- 17
Tech Help for Seniors Business
Patient in-home help with phones, tablets, email and video calls for older adults
A tech help for seniors business sends a patient helper to older adults’ homes to set up phones, tablets, Wi-Fi, email and video calls and to explain scams. Customers are seniors and their adult children who want help without a store trip or a long hold on a support line. Teens and students are a natural fit, as long as families agree on safety and privacy practices.
- Cost
- $100–$1.5k
- Revenue
- $400–$4k/mo
- First $
- 1–3 weeks
- 18
Podcast Editing and Production Service
Edit, polish, and publish podcasts for hosts who just want to record
A podcast production service edits audio, writes show notes, and publishes episodes for podcasters on a per-episode or monthly fee. Hosts pay to save hours and to sound more professional. It suits people with a good ear and reliable deadlines.
- Cost
- $150–$1.5k
- Revenue
- $1.2k–$6k/mo
- First $
- 2–4 weeks
- 19
Mobile Notary Business
Travel to clients to notarize documents and earn per signing
A mobile notary travels to homes, offices, and hospitals to notarize documents, charging a notary fee plus a travel fee. Startup costs are among the lowest of any local business, and many notaries also specialize as loan signing agents for real estate closings. Income depends on how well you market availability for evenings, weekends, and urgent requests.
- Cost
- $200–$1.5k
- Revenue
- $800–$5k/mo
- First $
- 2–6 weeks
- 20
Meal Prep Coaching Business
Teach busy people to plan, shop, and cook a week of meals in one session
A meal prep coaching business teaches clients how to plan, shop, and batch cook healthy meals, through one-on-one sessions, group classes, or digital guides. Clients pay for time savings and confidence in the kitchen. Coaches who focus on education rather than medical advice can start without a clinical credential.
- Cost
- $200–$2k
- Revenue
- $1k–$6k/mo
- First $
- 2–4 weeks
- 21
Dog Walking Business
Walk dogs on a route and build recurring weekday income
A dog walking business takes dogs out for exercise while owners are at work, typically on weekday midday routes. Startup costs are tiny, and regular clients produce predictable income. Insurance, reliability, and trust are the main things clients buy.
- Cost
- $200–$2k
- Revenue
- $1.5k–$6k/mo
- First $
- 1–2 weeks
- 22
Business Plan Writing Service
Write plans and financial projections for founders, lenders and investors
A business plan writing service creates plans, financial models and pitch documents for entrepreneurs who need them for loans, investors, grants or their own clarity. Revenue comes from per-document fees, with higher prices for plans that include financial projections. It suits people with finance, strategy or writing backgrounds who can ask sharp questions and produce clean work.
- Cost
- $200–$2k
- Revenue
- $1.5k–$10k/mo
- First $
- 1–3 weeks
- 23
Pet Sitting Business
Care for pets in their own homes while owners travel
A pet sitting business visits clients’ homes or stays overnight to feed, walk, and care for pets while owners are away. It requires little capital and relies on trust, reliability, and good communication. Peak travel seasons and holidays drive the highest demand.
- Cost
- $200–$2.5k
- Revenue
- $1.5k–$6k/mo
- First $
- 1–3 weeks
- 24
Teen Lawn Mowing Business
A neighborhood mowing route a teen can run on weekends and summer mornings
A teen lawn mowing business is a small route of residential yards that a teenager mows, trims and edges on a weekly or biweekly schedule. Homeowners pay per visit, often by the month, for reliable cutting without having to do it themselves. It is one of the simplest ways for a teen to earn real money, provided a parent signs off on equipment, safety and insurance.
- Cost
- $200–$2.5k
- Revenue
- $400–$3k/mo
- First $
- 1–2 weeks
- 25
Music Lessons Studio
Teach piano, guitar, or voice from a home studio or over video
A music lessons studio teaches instruments or voice to children and adults through weekly one-on-one or small group lessons, billed monthly. Families pay for steady progress and a supportive teacher. A home studio or online setup keeps overhead low, and a waitlist of regulars creates predictable income.
- Cost
- $200–$3k
- Revenue
- $1.5k–$7k/mo
- First $
- 2–4 weeks
- 26
Pet Waste Removal Business
Scoop yards weekly for dog owners who would rather not
A pet waste removal business visits customers’ yards on a regular schedule to scoop dog waste and haul it away. Customers are busy dog owners, older homeowners and property managers who pay for a cleaner yard without the chore. Start-up costs are very low and routes are easy to cluster, which makes it a popular first service business.
- Cost
- $200–$3k
- Revenue
- $800–$6k/mo
- First $
- 1–3 weeks
- 27
Home Organizing Business
Declutter closets, garages, and pantries for busy households
A home organizing business helps clients declutter and set up systems in closets, kitchens, garages, and home offices, typically charging hourly or by project. Startup costs are low because you sell your time and expertise. Referrals from movers, realtors, and happy clients drive growth.
- Cost
- $300–$3k
- Revenue
- $1.5k–$8k/mo
- First $
- 1–3 weeks
- 28
Web Design Business
Build websites for local and small businesses, then keep them on care plans
A web design business builds and maintains websites for small companies that need to look credible and capture leads. You can start with a laptop and a site builder or a WordPress setup, charge per project, and add monthly hosting and care plans for recurring revenue. The best margins come from picking an industry and reusing a proven structure.
- Cost
- $300–$3k
- Revenue
- $2.5k–$15k/mo
- First $
- 1–4 weeks
- 29
Local Tour Guide Business
Turn your local knowledge into walking, food, or history tours
A local tour guide business sells guided experiences such as walking tours, food tours, or history tours to tourists and locals. Startup cost is low because you mostly sell knowledge and storytelling. Listing on booking platforms and partnering with hotels provide early customers.
- Cost
- $300–$5k
- Revenue
- $1k–$8k/mo
- First $
- 2–6 weeks
- 30
Kids Party Entertainer Business
Perform as a character, magician or face painter at birthday parties
A kids party entertainer performs at birthday parties and events as a character, magician, face painter, balloon artist or games host. Parents pay for a stress-free hour of entertainment they do not have to organize. Costs are tiny and you can start with a costume, a few props and a good routine.
- Cost
- $300–$5k
- Revenue
- $800–$6.5k/mo
- First $
- 2–6 weeks