YouTube Money Calculator
Estimate what your channel could earn from ads. Enter your monthly views and niche to see an estimated monthly and yearly range. Free, instant, no sign-up.
Enter your numbers to estimate earnings.
How YouTube ad earnings are calculated
Ad revenue is driven by RPM — revenue per 1,000 views — which changes with your niche and audience country. The formula is simply monthly views ÷ 1,000 × RPM, after YouTube keeps its 45% share of ad income. Finance, business and tech command the highest RPMs; entertainment, gaming and music sit lower.
How to earn more from the same views
Lift your RPM by making content advertisers value, keeping watch time high, and leaning into higher-value topics where they fit. Then stack other income — memberships, sponsorships, affiliates — on top. Every stream grows with a bigger, more engaged subscriber base.
Frequently asked questions
How much does YouTube pay per 1,000 views?
It varies hugely by niche and audience location. After YouTube's 45% cut, creators typically see anywhere from about $1–$5 per 1,000 views in entertainment or gaming up to $15–$30+ in finance and business. This calculator uses those niche ranges.
How accurate is the YouTube money calculator?
It's an estimate, not a guarantee. Real RPM depends on your exact audience, watch time, seasonality and ad demand — and ads are only one income stream. Treat the range as a realistic ballpark for ad revenue.
What other ways do YouTubers make money?
Beyond ads: channel memberships, Super Thanks and Super Chat, brand sponsorships, affiliate links and merch. For many creators, sponsorships and memberships earn more than ads — all of which scale with a larger, engaged audience.