More Than 75% of Americans Have Side Hustles During the Holidays — Here Are the Most Popular Gigs This Season Many people expect retail prices to climb, and they're getting creative to save their wallets.
By Amanda Breen Edited by Jessica Thomas
Key Takeaways
- Americans say they'll need an average of $1,778 to cover holiday expenses.
- Nearly one in five people plan to start a side hustle to help with the costs this year.
U.S. shoppers say they plan to shell out an average of $1,778 on holiday spending this season, an 8% increase year over year, according to Deloitte's 2024 holiday retail survey. That's despite the fact that the majority of respondents (70%) expect higher retail prices, just as they did last year.
Side hustles — gigs that supplement earnings from 9-5s or other primary income sources — can help ease the financial strain.
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