Content ROI Calculator
Not all content is created equal. Calculate your effective hourly rate for different content types to focus your energy where it pays off most.
Your Content
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Content #2
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Content #3
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ROI Comparison
| Rank | Content Type | Time | Revenue | $/Hour |
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| Best | YouTube Long-form | 12.0 hours | $150.00 | $12.50 |
| #2 | Instagram Reel | 2.0 hours | $25.00 | $12.50 |
| Lowest | YouTube Short | 2.0 hours | $15.00 | $7.50 |
Summary
Total Hours
16.0 hours
Total Revenue
$190.00
Average Hourly Rate
$11.88
Key Insight
YouTube Long-form generates $12.50/hr vs $7.50/hr for YouTube Short. Consider shifting more time to higher-ROI formats.
Tools for Content Creators
- •Canva (free tier) handles most thumbnail and graphic needs
- •CapCut is a powerful free mobile editor for short-form content
- •Notion or Trello can help organize content calendars
ROI calculations are estimates based on your inputs. Actual revenue depends on many factors including content quality, audience engagement, and market conditions. Time estimates should include all aspects: research, creation, editing, and promotion.