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βstatsβThe pay for a part-time job varies based on the state youβre in, but the minimum wage in most states is between $7 and $10.* If you worked 20 hours a week for $10 an hour, thatβs $800 a month, a pretty sizable amount that will cover most or all of your rent and other expenses.