Kids Money Blog
Practical tips on allowance, saving, and teaching kids about money.
First Jobs for Teens: Best Options for Ages 14-17 (2026)
Best first jobs for teens by age: 14, 15, 16, 17. Federal labor rules, average pay from BLS data, and how to land the first one.
First Paycheck for Teens: What To Do With It (2026 Guide)
Got your first paycheck as a teen? How to budget with the 50/30/20 rule, why net pay is less than you expect, and exactly how much to save.
Kids Birthday Money: The Save/Spend/Give System by Age
What should kids do with birthday and gift money? A save/spend/give framework with age-specific splits, backed by T. Rowe Price research.
Should Allowance Be Tied to Chores? What 85% of Parents Do
85% of parents tie allowance to chores, but research from BYU and T. Rowe Price points to a hybrid model. See pros, cons, and age-by-age advice.
How Much Allowance by Age? 2026 Chart ($1 to $25/Week)
How much allowance by age? The 2026 chart covers every age 4 to 17 ($1 to $25/week) using real survey data, plus a free by-age calculator.