Money is everything in GTA Online, and knowing how to earn it fast is key to progressing through the game’s most challenging content. With the game being out for a decade, the ways to get rich always change, and ones that worked a year ago might not be as efficient today. Still, there are a few activities you can do to increase your earnings and buy all the cars and properties you want. So, whether you are new to the game or a veteran, it’s good to have some updated options to improve your digital income.
Best Ways to Make Money in GTA Online in 2023
We’ve made a list based on the assumption you are a new player and got the game’s premium edition that comes with the Criminal Enterprise Starter Pack, which includes the following:
- $1,000,000.00 Bonus Cash
- Maze Bank West Executive Office
- Paleto Forest Gunrunning Bunker
- Senora Desert Counterfeit Cash Factory
- Great Chaparral Biker Clubhouse
- 1561 San Vitas Street Apartment
- 1337 Exceptionalists Way 10 Car Garage
- Dune FAV
- Maibatsu Frogger
- Enus Windsor
- Obey Omnis
- Coquette Classic
- Turismo R
- Pegassi Vortex
- Huntley S
- Western Zombie Chopper
- Banshee
- Compact Grenade Launcher
- Marksman Rifle
- Compact Rifle
- Stunt Race & Import / Export Outfits, Biker Tattoos
These items should be more than enough to get you started, but it is important to optimize your playtime and free cash to start earning even more. For that, here are the activities we recommend:
Cayo Perico Heist
Undoubtedly, the best way to make money fast in GTA Online in 2023 is by grinding the Cayo Perico Heist. You can do this solo and take your time to earn at least $1,000,000.00, or if you really put in the time and effort, earn as much as $2,600,000.00 on your own. It’ll take you a lot of practice and planning, but after a few tries, you’ll bring a lot of cash in a matter of hours. It’s reported that the cooldown for this heist is 3 hours, which means you have to wait that time before trying it.
The Diamond Casino & Resort Heist
Even if The Doomsday Heist is a lot cooler due to the theme and spy thriller vibes, The Diamond Casino is by far better in terms of income. You need at least two players to try this operation, but if you have a reliable partner, you’ll do this quickly. You can earn up to 10 million if you scope everything and steal as much as possible. Besides, this heist only has a 48-minute cooldown timer, meaning you can grind it a few times daily if you’re patient enough.
Agency Contracts
You might remember the Contracts DLC featured Franklin and Dr. Dre in a fantastic questline that helped players earn money fast in GTA Online. Today, it’s still one of the best ways to earn money in small amounts with little effort. You can take on VIP contracts and payphone hits while you wait for other things to finish their cooldowns, such as the abovementioned heists. Plus, finishing Dr. Dre’s contract will give you 1 million, and the missions aren’t too hard to beat alone.
Everything You Need to Earn Money Fast
Since we’ve suggested a few things to earn money quickly, we also wanted to point out what you’ll need to get started. They are as follows:
- Kosaka Submarine ($2,200,000.00)
- Little Seoul Agency ($2,010,000.00) – This is the cheapest.
- Pixel Pete’s Arcade ($1,235,000.00) – This is the cheapest.
We recommend starting with the Arcade to unlock the Diamond Heist and save money. This is the best entry point to unlock more things. However, if you prefer to do something else, there are several Facilities on the map that unlock the Doomsday Heist, which isn’t the best way to make money fast, but it’s a good place to start if you prefer to save for something better.