Twitch Subs Calculator

Twitch Subs Revenue Calculator

Estimate your monthly earnings based on subscription tiers and splits

Includes Twitch Prime subs

50% (Standard Affiliate/Partner) 70% (Premium Partner Split) 60% (Custom Contract)

Earnings Breakdown

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Estimated Net Payout: $0.00

*Note: This estimation does not account for regional pricing (LPP), transaction fees, or taxes which vary by country.

How Twitch Subscription Revenue Works

If you are a content creator on Twitch, understanding how your sub count translates into actual dollars in your bank account is crucial for financial planning. Subscription revenue is one of the most stable forms of income for streamers, but the "50/50 split" is often more complex than it appears at first glance.

The Three Tiers of Subscriptions

Twitch offers three distinct levels of subscriptions, each providing different perks to viewers and different revenue to the creator:

• Tier 1 ($4.99): The most common subscription. This includes Twitch Prime subs, which are treated exactly like a paid Tier 1 sub in terms of payout.
• Tier 2 ($9.99): Designed for "super fans," this tier typically includes an extra emote and different badge modifiers.
• Tier 3 ($24.99): The highest tier, offering the most support to the creator and premium rewards for the viewer.

Calculating the Revenue Split

By default, most Affiliates and Partners start on a 50/50 split. This means for every $4.99 sub, Twitch takes roughly $2.50 and the streamer gets $2.50. However, high-performing Partners can sometimes negotiate a 70/30 split, significantly increasing their take-home pay.

It is important to remember Regional Pricing. In 2021, Twitch introduced Local Sub Pricing. A sub in Mexico or Turkey costs significantly less than $4.99 USD to match the local economy. This calculator assumes the standard USD base price; if you have a high percentage of international viewers, your actual payout may be lower than these estimates.

Example Earnings Scenario

Let's look at a typical mid-sized streamer's monthly sub revenue:

• Tier 1 Subs: 250 (Includes Prime) x $4.99 = $1,247.50
• Tier 2 Subs: 10 x $9.99 = $99.90
• Tier 3 Subs: 5 x $24.99 = $124.95
• Gross Total: $1,472.35
• Streamer Share (50%): $736.18

Don't Forget Taxes and Fees

Your "Net Payout" isn't your final profit. You must still account for:

1. Payment Processing Fees: Fees from PayPal or bank transfers.
2. Self-Employment Tax: As a streamer, you are an independent contractor and responsible for your own income taxes.
3. Operating Costs: Internet bills, hardware upgrades, and software licenses.