Need Cheap Gifts for Coworkers? Great Gifts Under $5

With the holidays fast approaching, many of us may want to give gifts to coworkers. Your colleagues likely don’t expect anything large or expensive, but oftentimes a $5 gift is welcomed. Whether you have a Secret Santa or need to give something to multiple coworkers, you can stick to a budget with these cheap gifts for coworkers under $5.

Your coworkers may not be your best friends, but whether you spend time in a physical office or work remotely, you still have a relationship with them. Gift-giving can go a long way toward building rapport, making work (and life) that much more enjoyable.

First of all, you don’t have to do all your shopping in brick-and-mortar stores anymore. Check out various online retailers, like Amazon but also Walmart, Target, and Etsy. If you’re buying quite a few gifts, putting them all on one order at $5 apiece will simplify shipping.

Even if you don’t know your colleagues very well, you can use clues about them to help you choose a gift. For example, if they’ve talked about their dog, you might find a dog-related gift. If they’re always drinking coffee, a new mug might be a good idea.

Use Etsy to find ideas of unique gifts that won’t break the bank. For example, Turkish towels (hand size) are currently listed for $2.79 on Etsy (marked down from $6.99). These can also be personalized for a charge.

The Emotional Support Coworker Vinyl sticker is a great and somewhat silly gift for a coworker that costs just $3.82 on Etsy.

Some coworkers might like a piece of jewelry for Christmas, which you can often find for under $5. Search by price point on Amazon or at other retailers to find gifts that fit your budget.

At Amazon, there are heart cork coasters for $3.08. You get four coasters with this item that isn't too personal.

Notepads or stationery can be a nice gift for someone who writes a lot, especially if you know something about them that can personalize it. Pick a quote from their favorite TV show or a design featuring their favorite animal. This “I’ve Got This” notepad is $3.49 on Amazon.

Fans of The Golden Girls will love this Mad Libs paperback book as a cheap gift under $5. It’s just $4.99 for a paperback.

An AirPods cover is a nice cheap gift option for someone who uses AirPods on a regular basis. Amazon has these for $4.99.

Here’s a list of some other potential gifts that you may be able to find online or in stores for under $5:

• Wine bottle opener or stopper

• Candles

• Christmas stocking with treats inside

• Coin purse

• Bookmarks

• Keychains

• Coffee or tea

• Beauty products: bath bombs, lotions, scrubs, lip balms

• Hand sanitizer

• Picture frames

• Mugs or shot glasses

• Socks

• Bakery items

• Bring them coffee at work

Another cheap gift for coworkers is the gift card. You can pick up a number of $5 gift cards to your favorite local retailer or restaurant (coffee shops make sense because you can get a drink for $5). You might also visit your area dollar store for cheap gifts for coworkers under $5.

If you’d rather stick with cash (even just $5), you can try one of these creative ways to give money to make it more fun for your coworker. This can be more enjoyable than just handing someone a card with cash inside.