TikTok Earnings Calculator

Estimate your potential TikTok earnings from the Creator Fund, brand sponsorships, and affiliate marketing. Get realistic projections based on your current stats.

Creator Fund earningsSponsorship ratesAffiliate potentialMonthly projections

How to Use This Calculator

1.Enter your follower count
2.Add monthly views and engagement
3.Select your content niche
4.Review earnings breakdown

Account Stats

Followers

Average Views per Video

Videos per Week

Niche

Estimated Monthly Earnings

Total Monthly (Low / Mid / High)

$243.20$246.40$252.80/month

Creator Fund

$6.40

Sponsorships

$0.00

Affiliates

$240.00

Monthly Views

160,000

Videos/Month

Effective Hourly

$8.21

Creator Fund Reality

The TikTok Creator Fund pays notoriously low rates, typically $0.02-$0.08 per 1,000 views. Most successful TikTokers earn the majority of their income from brand deals, not the Creator Fund.

10K Views

$0.40

100K Views

$4.00

1M Views

$40.00

Missing Sponsorship Revenue

With 15,000 followers, you could earn $250.00/deal from brand partnerships. Even 1-2 deals/month would significantly exceed Creator Fund earnings.

Diversification tip: Many successful TikTokers cross-post to YouTube Shorts and Instagram Reels with minimal extra effort, multiplying their reach and revenue potential.

Content Creation Essentials

•Good lighting matters more than camera quality initially
•A quality microphone is the best first investment
•Free editing software (DaVinci Resolve) rivals paid options

Explore gear guides on YouTube for real-world reviews

How TikTok Monetization Works

TikTok offers multiple ways to earn money, but the Creator Fund is just the beginning. Understanding the full picture helps you maximize your earning potential.

1. Creator Fund

Pays $0.02-$0.08 per 1,000 views. The lowest-paying option but completely passive.

2. Brand Sponsorships

The primary income source. Can be 10-100x more lucrative than Creator Fund.

3. Affiliate Marketing

Earn commissions by promoting products. TikTok Shop makes this increasingly lucrative.

4. Live Gifts

Viewers send virtual gifts during livestreams. Requires 1,000+ followers.

Calculate sponsorship rates →Compare with YouTube →

Common Questions

How much does TikTok pay per 1,000 views?

The TikTok Creator Fund pays approximately $0.02-$0.08 per 1,000 views, significantly less than YouTube. A video with 1 million views might earn $20-$80 from the Creator Fund alone. Most TikTok creators earn more from sponsorships and affiliate marketing.

How many followers do I need to make money on TikTok?

To join the TikTok Creator Fund, you need at least 10,000 followers, 100,000 video views in the last 30 days, be 18+, and be based in an eligible country. However, you can pursue brand deals and affiliate marketing with smaller audiences.

How much do TikTok creators make from sponsorships?

Sponsorship rates vary widely. Micro-influencers (10K-50K followers) typically earn $50-$250 per sponsored video. Creators with 50K-100K followers can charge $200-$1,000. Larger creators (100K+) often earn $1,000-$5,000+ per sponsored post.

Is TikTok better than YouTube for making money?

YouTube typically pays more per view through AdSense ($1-$5+ per 1,000 views vs TikTok's $0.02-$0.08). However, TikTok videos can go viral more easily and require less production time. Many creators use both platforms for maximum reach.

Disclaimer: These are estimates based on publicly available data and industry averages. Actual TikTok earnings vary significantly based on content quality, audience demographics, engagement rates, and market conditions. Creator Fund rates fluctuate and are not guaranteed.