From passive business income to active grinding, this is the definitive ranking of every money method in GTA 6 as of Patch 1.04. See the full Money Methods page for the complete comparison table and an income calculator.
Diamond Casino Heist and BAWSAQ Trading top the S-tier for raw payout, while Special Cargo and Bunker Business offer the best sustained hourly income for solo players who’d rather not run heists every session.
For players looking for the best GTA 6 money methods beyond the top tier, Underground Casino runs and Air Freight Cargo round out a strong mid-tier, offering solid hourly income without the setup costs of the bigger operations. Vehicle Theft Contracts and Casino Floor Games are excellent lower-investment options for newer players still building capital.
When ranking the best money methods, we weighed three factors: hourly income assuming efficient play, upfront investment required, and how repeatable the method is without long cooldowns. Passive businesses like Bunker Business score well on repeatability since they generate income even while you are off doing other missions, while heists like the Diamond Casino Heist require active play but pay out far more per session.
If you are just starting out, Side Missions and Casino Floor Games are the most accessible entries on this list, requiring no setup investment. As your bankroll grows, reinvesting profits into a Bunker Business or Special Cargo operation is the fastest way to climb toward the top-tier money methods ranked here.