5 High-Paying Freelance Jobs You Can Do From Home

Last Updated on April 16, 2024 by Robert C. Hoopes

The number of freelancers in the U.S. workforce is on the rise, with 64 million professionals now working independently, accounting for 38% of workers in 2023. This trend is driven by a surge in demand for independent workers, leading to high-paying freelance opportunities.

According to a recent report, the number of independent workers earning $100,000 or more a year has grown by 53% between 2021 and 2023. Freelancer.com has identified five in-demand freelance jobs with average hourly rates over $100, including programming, eCommerce development, graphic design, transcription, and creative writing.

One area that has seen a significant increase in demand is e-commerce contractors, as the global e-commerce market has been steadily growing and accelerated during the Covid-19 pandemic. Freelancers looking to capitalize on these opportunities should be aware of the timeline and compensation structure of the job they are applying for. To stand out in the competitive freelance market, they should consider creating a digital portfolio and setting up profiles on popular freelance job websites like Upwork, Freelancer.com, and Fiverr.

For those interested in entering the world of freelancing, CNBC offers an online course on how to ace a job interview and a newsletter, CNBC Make It, which provides tips on success at work, with money, and in life. As the freelance economy continues to grow, now is the perfect time to explore the potentially lucrative world of independent work.