YouTube Shorts Earnings Per 1,000 Views (2026 Data)
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YouTube Shorts currently pay between $0.01 and $0.06 per 1,000 views through the Shorts revenue sharing program. This is significantly lower than long-form content, which averages $2 to $12 per 1,000 views.
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Earnings Breakdown
| Views | Shorts Earnings | Long-Form Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 10,000 | $0.10 – $0.60 | $20 – $120 |
| 100,000 | $1 – $6 | $200 – $1,200 |
| 1,000,000 | $10 – $60 | $2,000 – $12,000 |
| 10,000,000 | $100 – $600 | $20,000 – $120,000 |
Why Do Shorts Pay Less?
YouTube Shorts have fewer ad placement opportunities compared to long-form videos. While long-form content can include pre-roll, mid-roll, and post-roll ads, Shorts only participate in the Shorts ad revenue pool, which is shared among all Shorts creators based on view share.
Our Analysis
Despite lower per-view earnings, Shorts are a powerful growth tool. We have observed that creators who combine Shorts with long-form content see 2-3x faster channel growth, which ultimately leads to higher total earnings.
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