Don’t expect to get rich with mystery shopping. However, it is possible to earn a decent amount of money, depending on a number of factors. As a general rule, most shoppers who spend an afternoon or two a week at it can expect to earn a few hundred dollars a month.
If you decide to work at mystery shopping full time, it is not uncommon to earn as much as $100 a day. For example, five shops a day that pay $20 each is worth $100. The amount of shops you can find depends on how many companies you register with, the distance you are willing to travel, the raw number of stores around you, and the amount of other shoppers in your area who are looking for the same assignment.
The amount you get paid also depends on your level of experience. Once you establish a good reputation with the companies you work with, they will be more willing to offer you more money and better paying assignments.
Yes, it is possible to earn a full time income with mystery shopping. However, most new shoppers should expect to earn a side income.