Twitch Earnings Calculator
Twitch income doesn't come from one place — it's subs, ads, and bits added together. This tool combines all three into a single monthly estimate.
This adds up four streams: subs, ads, and bits, using rough averages. Standard subs split 50/50 with Twitch, so a Tier 1 sub nets around $2.50 — bump the net figure up if you're on a premium 70/30 deal. Real payouts vary by contract, region, and how consistently you stream, so read this as a ballpark, not a paycheck.
How it works
Subscriptions are usually the backbone. A standard Tier 1 sub splits 50/50, so you net around $2.50 of the $4.99 price — multiply that by your active sub count to get your base. Partners on premium deals keep 70%, so nudge the net figure up if that's you.
Ad revenue depends on how many people are watching and how long you stream. We estimate one ad-eligible impression per viewer-hour, then apply your ad RPM. Bits are simpler: each bit a viewer cheers is worth exactly one cent to you.
Add the three together and you get a monthly ballpark. Everything calculates locally in your browser. Actual payouts depend on your contract tier, viewer region, and how consistent your streaming schedule is, so read the total as an estimate.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Twitch sub actually pay?
A Tier 1 sub costs $4.99 and, on the standard split, you keep about $2.50. Tier 2 and Tier 3 pay more, and partners with a 70/30 deal keep a larger share. Adjust the net-per-sub field to match whichever split you're on.
What's a realistic ad RPM?
Twitch ad RPMs commonly land somewhere between $2 and $10 per thousand impressions, varying by your audience's region and the time of year. If you know your own average from the dashboard, use that for the closest estimate.
Are bits and donations the same thing?
Not quite. Bits are Twitch's built-in currency and net you one cent each when cheered. Direct donations through PayPal or another service skip Twitch's cut entirely, so they aren't captured by the bits field here.