How Much Does 100K Views Pay on YouTube in 2026?
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On average, 100,000 YouTube views generate between $300 and $1,500 in the United States. However, earnings vary significantly based on your audience location, content niche, and ad engagement rates.
Use our free YouTube Money Calculator to calculate your exact earnings based on views, country, and niche.
Earnings Breakdown
| Views | Low Estimate | High Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| 1,000 | $100 | $300 |
| 10,000 | $300 | $500 |
| 50,000 | $500 | $1,500 |
| 100,000 | $1,500 | $3,000 |
| 500,000 | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| 1,000,000 | $5,000 | $15,000 |
What Affects Your YouTube Earnings?
- Audience country — US viewers earn 8-10x more than Indian viewers
- Content niche — Finance CPMs are 5x higher than entertainment
- Video length — Videos over 8 minutes can include mid-roll ads, significantly boosting revenue
- Engagement — Higher watch time and click-through rates lead to better ad placements
- Seasonality — Q4 CPMs are typically 30-60% higher due to holiday ad spending
Our Analysis
Based on our analysis of CPM data across 8 countries and 7 niches, the single biggest factor in YouTube earnings is audience geography. A creator with 80% US traffic will consistently out-earn a creator with 80% South Asian traffic, even in the same niche. We recommend creating English-language content targeting Tier 1 countries (US, UK, Canada, Australia) for maximum revenue.
Calculate Your Own Earnings
These are general estimates based on average CPM data. Your actual earnings depend on your specific audience, content niche, and engagement rates. For a personalized estimate, try our YouTube Money Calculator with real CPM data adjusted by country and niche.
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Written by The Creator Paycheck Team
Our research team analyzes creator earnings data across YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Twitch, and OnlyFans. We aggregate publicly available CPM data, creator earnings reports, and industry benchmarks to provide accurate, transparent income estimates for content creators worldwide.