Attention Influencers and Content Streamers! Here is a quick overview of 2026 cross platform revenues per 1K views:
| Platform | Short-form (per 1k views) | Long-form (per 1k views) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| YouTube | Shorts about $0.03 to $0.50 | $1 to $10, finance/tech $8 to $20 | Most transparent and stable. 55% creator share. Strongest long-form pay. |
| TikTok | $0.40 to $1.00 (Creator Rewards, qualified views) | No real long-form tier | Best short-form per-view rate. Needs 10k followers and 100k views in 30 days. US-only-ish program. |
| Reels $0.02 to $0.20 | $1 to $5, US up to $8 to $10 | Unified Content Monetization Program. Still invite-only in 2026. | |
| Reels bonuses about $0.01 to $0.09, invite-only and inconsistent | In-stream ads on 1+ min video, limited | Weakest for per-view pay. Built around brand deals and sponsorships, not views. |