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YouTube Revenue Calculator

Estimate YouTube AdSense earnings based on views and content niche. Understand CPM and RPM for different content types.

General CPM Range
$2 - $8 (avg: $4)

Understanding YouTube Revenue

YouTube pays creators through the Partner Program. Revenue depends on views, ad engagement, and content niche.

CPM by Niche

  • Finance/Investing: $12-30 (highest paying)
  • Technology: $8-20
  • Business: $10-25
  • Health/Fitness: $6-15
  • Gaming: $2-8
  • Entertainment: $2-6
  • Music: $1-4 (lowest paying)

Why CPM Varies

  • Audience value: Advertisers pay more for buyers
  • Geography: US/UK viewers pay more than developing countries
  • Seasonality: Q4 (holiday shopping) has highest CPM
  • Ad format: Skippable vs non-skippable affects revenue

Beyond AdSense Revenue

Most successful creators diversify income:

  • Sponsorships: Often 10x more than AdSense
  • Merchandise: Direct fan monetization
  • Memberships: YouTube/Patreon subscriptions
  • Affiliate marketing: Commission on recommended products

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do YouTubers make?

It varies wildly. CPM ranges from $1-30 depending on niche. A video with 1M views might earn $1,000-$10,000.

What is CPM?

Cost Per Mille - what advertisers pay per 1000 ad impressions. It varies by niche, audience location, and season.

What is RPM?

Revenue Per Mille - what creators earn per 1000 views. It's about 55% of CPM (YouTube takes 45%).

Why do some niches pay more?

Advertisers pay more to reach audiences likely to spend money. Finance, business, and tech have high-value audiences.