Home nursing care by a qualified nurse
Starting costs about $4,690 in the United States and 828,000 NGN in Nigeria. After 12 months, this business can bring in about $5,020 net per month in the United States and 1,200,000 NGN in Nigeria. The starting money comes back in about 5 months, with 45 hours of work per week.
Mundyo estimates, data as of 2026-11-02.
See the numbers for my countryFree, no account, in the currency of 243 countries.
The numbers
| Country | To start | Net per month (month 12) |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $4,690 | $5,020 |
| Nigeria | 828,000 NGN | 1,200,000 NGN |
| United Kingdom | £3,170 | £3,500 |
| Kenya | 203,000 KES | 174,000 KES |
| India | 106,000 INR | 127,000 INR |
Amounts adjusted to each country's price and income levels.
The problem
Patients leave hospital earlier, and many older or chronically ill people cannot travel for their dressings, injections or treatments.
The solution
A qualified nurse visits the patient at home: dressings, injections, blood tests, post-hospital follow-up, help with medication, in contact with the doctor.
Your customers
Patients back from hospital, older people, chronically ill people and their families. Only for qualified nurses who already have a few years of hospital or clinic work.
How you make money
Each visit is paid per procedure by health insurance or the patient, often €10 to €20 including travel. About 500 visits a month at €12 on average reach the target figure.
Competition
Established independent nurses, home care services, day hospitals, health centres.
Who has an edge
An experienced nurse known to local doctors and pharmacies quickly gets patients. Punctuality and quality of care drive word of mouth.
The risks
Nursing diploma and registration with the nursing council or register are mandatory, sometimes with minimum experience. Filling a round often takes a year. Long days, weekends to cover, physical fatigue.
The first 3 steps
- Check the registration, experience and insurance required in your country
- Introduce yourself to local doctors, pharmacies and hospital wards
- Plan a round and find a stand-in nurse for days off
How the numbers are calculated
Example in a high-income eurozone country, at month 12: revenue €6,000 − costs €2,500 = €3,500 net per month. Revenue: 500 home visits a month × €12 on average. Costs: vehicle, fuel, supplies, insurance, software, social contributions. For other countries, Mundyo adjusts the starting budget to the price level (World Bank) and the income to prices and customers' purchasing power, then converts at the day's exchange rate.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to start: Home nursing care?
About $4,690 (United States), 828,000 NGN (Nigeria), £3,170 (United Kingdom), depending on the country. Mundyo calculates the amount for 243 countries.
How much can you earn per month?
After 12 months, about $5,020 (United States), 1,200,000 NGN (Nigeria), £3,500 (United Kingdom) net per month, after costs.
How long until I get my starting money back?
About 5 months, with 45 hours of work per week.
What are the risks?
Nursing diploma and registration with the nursing council or register are mandatory, sometimes with minimum experience. Filling a round often takes a year. Long days, weekends to cover, physical fatigue.
Where do I start?
1. Check the registration, experience and insurance required in your country 2. Introduce yourself to local doctors, pharmacies and hospital wards 3. Plan a round and find a stand-in nurse for days off
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