Monthly dog walking income depends on your schedule, rates, and client volume:
Monthly Income by Schedule
- Casual (5–10 walks/week): $600–$1,500/month
- Part-time (15–20 walks/week): $2,000–$3,500/month
- Full-time (30–40 walks/week): $4,000–$6,500/month
- Full-time intensive (50+ walks/week): $6,500–$9,000+/month
Chicago Monthly Earnings Examples (2026)
Using Chicago's average rate of $30 per 30-minute walk:
- 15 walks/week: 60 walks/month × $30 = $1,800/month
- 25 walks/week: 100 walks/month × $30 = $3,000/month
- 40 walks/week: 160 walks/month × $30 = $4,800/month
- 50 walks/week: 200 walks/month × $30 = $6,000/month
Platform Fees Impact Monthly Income
- Rover (20% provider fee): $6,000 gross = $4,800 take-home
- Wag (~40% provider fee): $6,000 gross = ~$3,600 take-home
- Tails (10% provider fee): $6,000 gross = $5,400 take-home
Building a consistent monthly income requires reliable recurring clients. Join Tails to connect with Chicago pet owners seeking regular walking services and keep 90% of your monthly earnings.