Top YouTube Channels: Estimated Monthly Earnings
What the world's biggest channels might earn from ads. Public view counts × our editorial RPM range — clearly labeled estimates, never insider figures.
Estimated monthly ad revenue, 2026
Monthly views are derived from Social Blade's public daily totals (September 2026). Revenue = views ÷ 1,000 × our YouTube RPM range ($2.5 / $6.5 / $12).
| Channel | Subscribers | Est. monthly views | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MrBeast | 518M | ~2.75B | $6,875,000 | $17,875,000 | $33,000,000 |
| T-Series | 315M | ~4.00B | $10,000,000 | $26,000,000 | $48,000,000 |
| Vlad and Niki | 151M | ~0.60B | $1,500,000 | $3,900,000 | $7,200,000 |
| Like Nastya | 133M | ~0.33B | $825,000 | $2,145,000 | $3,960,000 |
| Dude Perfect | 62.7M | ~0.20B | $500,000 | $1,300,000 | $2,400,000 |
These are scenario estimates, not the channels' real revenue. Actual earnings depend on each channel's true CPMs, audience geography, Shorts mix, Premium share and sponsorships — none of which are public. Subscriber counts: Social Blade / CreatorDB, Oct 2026.
How the math works
Take MrBeast: ~2.75B monthly views ÷ 1,000 × $6.5 typical RPM = $17,875,000/month in this scenario. Change the RPM and the answer moves with it — that is why we show a range, not a number. Run any view count through the YouTube Money Calculator or look up a channel with the Channel Earnings Lookup.
Frequently asked questions
Are these the channels' real earnings?
No. They are estimates from public view data and editorial RPM ranges. Real figures are private between the creator and YouTube.
Why such a wide range?
A finance channel can earn 5× the RPM of a kids' entertainment channel. Without knowing each channel's true CPM mix, a range is the honest answer.
Where do the view counts come from?
Derived by summing Social Blade's published daily view totals for September 2026. Subscriber counts from Social Blade / CreatorDB, October 2026.
What about TikTok or Twitch stars?
Monthly view counts for TikTok, Instagram, KICK and Rumble creators are not publicly published, so we do not guess them. Use the Channel Earnings Lookup with a view count you trust.