What is Earned vs. Unearned Income? 7Mar 20224 Jun 2022 Earned Typically from an employer (i.e. job)Can also be from your own business (self-employed)You generate income from some type of “work” you have doneAnnual salaryAnnual bonusesHourly wagesTipsCommissionsSome royalty payments Unearned Referred to as passive incomeInterest from checking/savings accountDividends from stocksCapital GainsPensionRetirement (e.g. 401K)Inheritance or GiftsLottery or PrizesRental property incomeDisability paymentsDeath benefits