One of the most common questions on both sides of a teen job is simply what is fair. Teenagers do not want to undersell themselves, and adults do not want to overpay or, worse, underpay someone who has worked hard. This guide gives starting prices for the most common jobs, alongside what a professional would charge for comparison.
The teen prices below are KidsHustle's suggested starting points, not market data. Adjust for the size of the job, where you live and whether tools are provided. Last reviewed November 2026.
The basics
- Under-16s are not entitled to the minimum wage, so the price is agreed between both sides.
- Anyone employing a 16 or 17 year old who has left school must pay at least £8.00 an hour from April 2026, and that is a sensible floor for older teens doing their own jobs too.
- For small jobs, a fixed price per job is simpler and fairer than an hourly rate.
- Agree the price before the job starts, and say what is included.
Suggested prices by job
Car washing
Suggested teen price: £8 to £12 for an exterior wash of a family car, £12 to £20 with an interior hoover. For comparison, a roadside hand car wash typically charges around £5 to £12 for an exterior wash and a mobile exterior wash around £15 to £25, according to GetCarClean's 2026 guide.
Dog walking
Suggested teen price: £5 to £8 for a 30-minute walk with one dog. Professional solo walks typically cost around £10 to £15 for 30 minutes in 2026, according to Protectivity.
Garden tidying and weeding
Suggested teen price: £10 to £15 an hour, or a fixed £15 to £30 for a typical tidy. Professional gardeners typically charge around £25 to £45 an hour outside London and £35 to £60 in London, according to Fantastic Services.
Lawn mowing
Suggested teen price: £10 to £20 for a small or medium lawn, using the owner's push or electric mower.
Leaf clearing
Suggested teen price: £15 to £30 for raking and bagging a typical front and back garden. See leaf clearing costs.
Pet sitting
Suggested teen price: £5 to £10 per visit to feed and check on pets.
Tech help
Suggested teen price: £10 to £15 an hour for setting up phones, tablets, Wi-Fi or smart TVs.
Gift wrapping
Suggested teen price: £1 to £2 per present, or £10 to £12 an hour for a big pile.
Help with clear-outs and moving
Suggested teen price: £10 to £12 an hour for carrying, sorting and bagging.
Tutoring
Suggested teen price: £10 to £20 an hour, depending on age, subject and the tutor's own grades.
What pushes the price up or down
- Size of the job. A large SUV, a big garden or two dogs take longer.
- Age and experience. A 17 year old with lots of reviews can reasonably charge more than a 13 year old starting out.
- Tools and supplies. If the teenager brings their own equipment, the price should reflect it.
- Regular work. A weekly booking can come with a small discount.
- Location. Prices in London and the South East are usually higher.
For teenagers: how to set your price
- Look at what professionals charge, then price below them, because you are cheaper and more flexible.
- Start at the lower end while you build reviews.
- Raise your prices once people keep rebooking you.
- Never accept less than you agreed once the job is done.
How pricing works on KidsHustle
On KidsHustle the job owner sets the amount they are offering when they post a job, and teenagers choose which jobs to apply for. A service fee is added on top for the job owner, payment is held securely before the job starts, and it is released once the job is done. Read what to include when posting a job or getting your first job on KidsHustle.
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