How Much I Earn from YouTube Shorts?

 How Much Can You Earn from YouTube Shorts? 

October 2024 Report

Hi everyone! My name is Zainab Elsoly, and I run a YouTube drawing channel where I love sharing my artwork with the world. I’ve been focusing on YouTube Shorts, and in October alone, my videos received an incredible 1.4 million views! Today, I’m going to walk you through how much I actually earned from those views. You might be surprised by the answer, but before I reveal that number, let’s talk a bit about what it’s like earning through YouTube Shorts.

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The Rise of YouTube Shorts

YouTube Shorts has quickly become a popular platform for creators. Short, engaging videos can rack up millions of views in a matter of days, and they’re great for growing your audience. But many creators wonder—how much money can you actually make from Shorts? The idea of reaching millions of viewers sounds promising, but does it translate into significant earnings?

My Experience with Drawing Content on YouTube

For me, creating content has always been about sharing my passion for drawing. I’ve built a channel where I create fun and cute drawings of country flags and characters, and I love the community that’s grown around it. When I started experimenting with YouTube Shorts, I noticed a quick increase in views. In October, my channel received 1.4 million views just from Shorts!

At first, I was excited to see the numbers climbing. Views were coming in fast, and I thought, “This could really boost my earnings!” But when I dug into the data, the reality of Shorts earnings hit me.

How Much I Earned from 1.4 Million Views

Now, here’s the moment you’ve been waiting for. After a full month and 1.4 million views, how much did I actually earn?

$36.

For 1,421,278 views and $36 in earnings, I earned approximately $0.025 per 1,000 views.

Yes, you read that right. 1.4 million views on YouTube Shorts brought in just $36.

October 2024 report

Is It Worth It?

So, is it worth it? That really depends on your goals as a creator. For me, I’m driven by my love for drawing and the joy I get from sharing my work with others. The money is a bonus, but I don’t rely on YouTube as my main source of income. However, if you’re looking to make a living solely from YouTube Shorts, the reality is that it’s extremely difficult.

The Shorts doesn’t pay nearly as much per view as longer videos on YouTube. This is especially true for channels like mine that focus on artistic content, which may not always have the highest-paying ads attached to them.

Why I’m Still Creating

Even though the earnings are low, I’ll continue to make Shorts because I genuinely love what I do. Drawing is my passion, and being able to reach millions of people with my art is rewarding in its own way. For those considering jumping into YouTube Shorts to make money, just keep in mind that while it’s a great way to grow your audience, it may not be the best way to generate significant income.

In the end, I earned $36 from 1.4 million views on YouTube Shorts in October. While it’s not a large amount, I hope this gives you some insight into what to expect from Shorts in terms of monetization. If you’re passionate about creating content, then keep going—whether the money comes or not. For me, I’ll always be drawing and sharing my work with all of you, no matter the earnings!