11 Chores and How Much Kids Should Get Paid for Them

A new survey found 68% of parents think kids should get an allowance for doing chores. 40% said it should start between 8 and 10 years old and about 30% said it should start as early as 5.

Here are some chores, and how much the average person thinks they're worth:

1. Mowing the lawn: $6.28 each time they do it.
2. Cleaning the garage: $5.20.
3. Doing laundry: $2.82.
4. Cleaning a common area like the living room: $2.72.
5. Being responsible for a pet. Meaning feeding or walking them: $2.66.
6. Sweeping, mopping, or vacuuming: $2.55.
7. Dusting or wiping down countertops: $2.20.
8. Cleaning their bedroom: $2.07. Plus an extra $1.18 if they make their bed.
9. Doing the dishes: $2.03.
10. Taking out the trash: $1.90.
11. Setting the table: $1.31.

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