YouTube Money Calculator
Estimate how much a YouTube video or channel could earn, based on views and CPM.
Per day
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Estimates assume roughly 50–60% of views are monetised, typical for many channels. Treat as a guide only.
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How to use YouTube Money Calculator
- 1Enter your estimated number of views (per day or per month).
- 2Adjust the estimated CPM range if you know your niche’s rates.
- 3See estimated daily, monthly and yearly earnings update instantly.
- 4Use the low–high range as a realistic guide.
About the YouTube Money Calculator
The YouTube money calculator gives you a quick, realistic estimate of how much a video or channel could earn from ads. Enter your views and an estimated CPM range, and it works out a low-to-high earnings range for each day, month and year.
Actual income depends on your niche, audience country, watch time and YouTube’s revenue share, so use the range as a ballpark rather than an exact figure.
Frequently asked questions
How much does YouTube pay for 1,000 views?
For most channels, 1,000 monetised views earn roughly $1 to $5 (RPM), though some niches like finance or tech go higher and others lower. Enter your views above to see an estimate range.
How many views do you need to make $100 on YouTube?
At a typical $1–$5 RPM, you would need roughly 20,000 to 100,000 views to earn about $100 from ads. The exact number depends on your niche and audience country.
How much do YouTubers make per million views?
A million monetised views commonly earns somewhere between $1,000 and $5,000 from ads alone, with sponsorships and other income on top. Use the calculator for a range based on your CPM.
How accurate is this estimate?
It is a guide, not a guarantee. Real earnings depend on CPM, niche, audience location, watch time and the share YouTube takes. We show a low–high range to reflect that.
What is the difference between CPM and RPM?
CPM is what advertisers pay per 1,000 ad impressions. RPM is what you actually earn per 1,000 views after YouTube’s cut. This tool estimates based on a CPM range.
When do you start earning money on YouTube?
You can earn from ads once you join the YouTube Partner Program, which currently needs 1,000 subscribers plus 4,000 valid watch hours in 12 months (or 10M Shorts views).
Is the YouTube money calculator free?
Yes, completely free and private, everything is calculated in your browser.