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About the YouTube Money Calculator
This tool estimates how much a YouTube channel could earn from ad revenue, based on the numbers you enter: daily views, the share of those views that are actually monetised, and an RPM range. It projects the figures out to daily, monthly and yearly income so you can sanity-check a channel’s potential or set a realistic goal.
RPM vs CPM — the number that matters
Advertisers pay a CPM (cost per 1,000 impressions), but YouTube keeps about 45% of ad revenue, so what you actually earn is your RPM — revenue per 1,000 views after the split. RPM varies hugely by niche and audience country: finance, tech and business channels can see $4–$15+, while entertainment and vlogs are often under $1–$3. That is why this calculator uses a low-to-high RPM range rather than a single figure.
Why not every view earns money
Only monetised views count. Ad blockers, viewers in low-CPM regions, non-skippable formats and content that limits ads all reduce the share of views that generate revenue — commonly 40–60%. Adjusting the monetised-views percentage makes the estimate far more realistic than assuming every view pays.
A realistic guide, not a promise
Real income also includes (or loses) money from watch time, seasonality, memberships, Shorts, sponsorships and affiliate deals — none of which this ad-revenue estimate captures. Treat the result as a planning range. To price a brand deal, pair it with the Engagement Rate Calculator.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does YouTube pay per 1,000 views?
It depends on your RPM, which is revenue per 1,000 views after YouTube’s 45% cut. It ranges from under $1 for entertainment to $10+ for finance or tech, driven by niche and audience country. Enter a low and high RPM to see a realistic range.
What is the difference between CPM and RPM?
CPM is what advertisers pay per 1,000 ad impressions; RPM is what you actually keep per 1,000 views after YouTube takes about 45% and after accounting for unmonetised views. RPM is the figure that reflects your real earnings.
Why are my estimated earnings lower than expected?
Not every view is monetised — ad blockers, low-CPM regions and limited-ad content reduce it, often to 40–60%. Lower the monetised-views percentage for a realistic figure, and remember this covers ad revenue only, not sponsorships or memberships.
Is this an official YouTube earnings figure?
No. It is an independent estimate based on the numbers you enter and typical RPM ranges. Your real income in YouTube Studio depends on watch time, formats, season and more, so use this as a planning guide.
Do I need to connect my YouTube account?
No. Nothing is connected or uploaded — you simply enter views and RPM, and the calculation runs in your browser. Your data is never stored.