Heists stand out as the cash cows of GTA Online , offering lucrative paydays for players willing to take the risk. However, it's important to factor in the time investment required for each job. While some heists can be completed quickly, others demand hours of meticulous planning and execution for comparable payouts.
In this article, we detail all the missions for each of the four GTA Online heist series, what they payout and at what difficulty level. We've also linked to our guides on completing each heist as more detailed and nuanced payout information.
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Original GTA Online Heists
The Pacific Standard series of heists were the first heists introduced in GTA Online. Each heist comprises a series of setup missions leading up to the grand finale, The Pacific Standard. While the time investment for completing the entire series is significant, its payouts do not really mesh up with the time investment required when compared to other heist options.
Payout
Below, you'll find a breakdown of the original heists, their setup costs, and the potential earnings across various difficulty levels (easy, normal, and hard).






