Question 1

What is YouTube CPM?

Accepted Answer

CPM (Cost Per Mille) is the amount advertisers pay per 1,000 ad impressions on YouTube. It varies by niche, audience location, and season. Average CPM ranges from $0.25 to $30+.

Question 2

What is the difference between CPM and RPM?

Accepted Answer

CPM is what advertisers pay per 1,000 impressions. RPM (Revenue Per Mille) is what you actually earn per 1,000 views after YouTube takes its 45% cut. RPM is typically lower than CPM.

Question 3

How much does YouTube pay per 1,000 views?

Accepted Answer

Earnings vary greatly by niche. On average, YouTubers earn $1 to $10 per 1,000 views. Finance and tech niches can earn $15-$30+ while entertainment and gaming often earn $1-$5.

Question 4

How accurate is this calculator?

Accepted Answer

This calculator provides estimates based on typical CPM rates and YouTube's 55/45 revenue split. Actual earnings vary based on audience demographics, ad formats, watch time, and YouTube's algorithms.