🎥 YouTube Revenue Calculator

Calculate potential YouTube earnings based on your views and CPM. See how much you can make and what views you need for your income goals.

Total video views per month

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Entertainment: $1-$5, Tech: $5-$12, Finance: $10-$30

💡 Quick Guide:

  • Gaming/Entertainment: $1-$5 CPM
  • Tech/Education: $5-$12 CPM
  • Finance/Business: $10-$30 CPM
  • Note: You earn 55% of CPM (YouTube keeps 45%)

YouTube Monetization Guide

Requirements to Monetize

  • 1,000 subscribers
  • 4,000 watch hours in the past 12 months (or 10M Shorts views in 90 days)
  • Follow YouTube policies (no copyright violations, community guidelines strikes)
  • Enable 2-step verification on Google account
  • Have linked AdSense account

How to Increase YouTube Revenue

1. Target High-CPM Niches

Finance, business, tech, and B2B content attracts advertisers willing to pay $10-$30 CPM vs $1-$5 for entertainment.

2. Make Longer Videos (8+ min)

Videos over 8 minutes allow mid-roll ads, significantly increasing revenue per view. Don't pad content - keep quality high.

3. Target English-Speaking Countries

US, UK, Canada, Australia viewers generate 5-10x higher CPMs than most other countries. Optimize for these markets.

4. Diversify Revenue Streams

Don't rely only on AdSense! Add sponsorships, affiliate links, merchandise, memberships, and digital products.

Realistic Earnings Expectations

  • Small channel (10k views/month): $25-$150/month
  • Medium channel (100k views/month): $250-$1,500/month
  • Large channel (1M views/month): $2,500-$15,000/month
  • Huge channel (10M views/month): $25,000-$150,000/month

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do YouTubers make per view?

YouTubers earn $0.003-$0.01 per view on average. With a $5 CPM (cost per 1000 views), creators get 55% = $2.75 RPM (revenue per 1000 views). So 1 million views = $2,000-$5,000 depending on niche and audience location.

What is CPM vs RPM on YouTube?

CPM (Cost Per Mille) is what advertisers pay YouTube per 1000 ad impressions. RPM (Revenue Per Mille) is what YOU earn per 1000 views after YouTube takes 45%. If CPM is $5, your RPM is $2.75 (55% of $5). Always focus on RPM for earnings.

Which YouTube niches pay the most?

Finance/investing ($10-$30 CPM), Business/marketing ($8-$15), Technology ($5-$12), Real estate ($8-$15), Legal/insurance ($10-$20). Entertainment/gaming typically earn $1-$5 CPM. US/UK/Canada/Australia viewers pay much more than other countries.

How many views do I need to make $1,000 on YouTube?

At average $2.75 RPM: 364,000 views = $1,000. At high $8 RPM (finance): 125,000 views = $1,000. At low $1.50 RPM (gaming): 667,000 views = $1,000. It varies dramatically by niche and audience!

How do I increase my YouTube CPM/RPM?

Target high-CPM niches (finance, business, tech), make longer videos (8+ minutes for more ads), enable all ad formats, target US/UK/Canada audience, avoid swearing/controversial topics (demonetization), create content that attracts older viewers (higher income = higher CPMs).

Financial Disclaimer

This calculator is provided for educational and informational purposes only. The results are estimates based on the information you provide and should not be considered as financial, legal, or tax advice.

Actual results may vary based on your specific circumstances, market conditions, and other factors. Always consult with qualified financial, legal, and tax professionals before making any financial decisions.

We make no guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the calculations. Use this tool at your own risk.