title: YouTube Money Calculator description: Estimate how much YouTubers earn from ads based on views and CPM
What is the YouTube Money Calculator?
The YouTube Money Calculator estimates how much money YouTubers earn from their videos based on daily views, CPM (Cost Per Mille), and subscriber count. Understand the economics of YouTube and see potential earnings!
How YouTube Earnings Work
AdSense Revenue
YouTube pays creators through the Partner Program. Here's the basic formula:
Earnings = (Views / 1000) × CPM × 0.55
Note: YouTube takes 45%, creators keep 55%.
CPM vs RPM
- CPM (Cost Per Mille): What advertisers pay per 1,000 ad impressions
- RPM (Revenue Per Mille): What creators actually earn per 1,000 views
| Metric | Description | Who Gets It |
|---|---|---|
| CPM | Advertiser's cost | YouTube (45%) + Creator (55%) |
| RPM | Creator's earnings | Creator only |
CPM by Niche
Some niches command higher advertising rates:
| Niche | Average CPM | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Finance/Business | $12-30 | High-value advertisers |
| Technology | $8-15 | Tech product ads |
| Health/Fitness | $5-12 | Supplement/wellness ads |
| Education | $4-10 | Course/software ads |
| Gaming | $2-5 | High competition |
| Entertainment | $1-4 | Broad audience |
Factors Affecting Earnings
Audience Location
US, UK, and Australian viewers typically have higher CPMs than viewers from developing countries.
Seasonality
CPMs spike during:
- Q4 (October-December) for holiday shopping
- Black Friday week
- Back-to-school season
CPMs drop during:
- January (advertisers reset budgets)
- Summer months
Watch Time
Longer videos (8+ minutes) can have multiple mid-roll ads, increasing revenue per view.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does YouTube pay per 1000 views?
On average, creators earn $2-4 per 1,000 views (RPM), but this varies widely by niche and audience.
How much does YouTube pay per 1 million views?
At an average RPM of $3, 1 million views = approximately $3,000. High-CPM niches could earn $15,000+.
Do all views count for monetization?
No. Only views with ads shown count. Viewers with ad blockers, skipped ads, or region-restricted ads don't generate revenue.
When can I start earning on YouTube?
You need 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 watch hours (or 10M Shorts views) to join the Partner Program.
Other Revenue Streams
YouTube AdSense is just one income source:
| Revenue Source | Description |
|---|---|
| Sponsorships | Often 2-10x AdSense revenue |
| Memberships | Monthly subscriber fees |
| Super Chats | Live stream donations |
| Merchandise | Sell products to fans |
| Affiliate Marketing | Commission on product sales |
Tips to Maximize Earnings
- Target high-CPM niches - Finance and tech pay more
- Create longer content - Enable mid-roll ads (8+ minutes)
- Focus on US/UK audiences - Higher CPMs
- Post during Q4 - Holiday advertising budgets
- Diversify revenue - Don't rely solely on AdSense