What CPM actually pays in Egypt
Largest MENA YouTube audience, but very low advertiser CPMs — tier-3 bottom range. CPM (cost per 1,000 impressions) for Egypt-based YouTube views typically ranges from $0.40 to $2.80, with $1.00 as the typical value across most niches. As a Tier-3 (high-volume, low-CPM) market, Egypt sits in the high-volume / low-payout band of YouTube's global CPM auction.
- • Egypt CPM range: $0.40 → $1.00 → $2.80
- • Local currency: EGP
- • Market tier: Tier-3 (high-volume, low-CPM) — affects every advertiser bid auction
Egypt CPM by niche
CPM varies wildly across niches even within Egypt. Finance, B2B, and tech content lands at the high end (~$2.80+), while gaming, entertainment, and music sit near the low end (~$0.40). Apply Egypt's tier multiplier to any niche RPM to get a localized estimate.
Earnings estimate for Egypt audience
A channel pulling 100,000 monthly views from a Egypt-heavy audience would typically generate around $100 in monthly ad revenue at the typical CPM of $1.00. Use the calculator above to model your own view count and CPM expectations.
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FAQ
What is the average YouTube CPM in Egypt?
The typical YouTube CPM for Egypt sits around $1.00, with a normal range from $0.40 (low-CPM niches like entertainment, music) to $2.80 (high-CPM niches like finance, B2B). Largest MENA YouTube audience, but very low advertiser CPMs — tier-3 bottom range.
Why is Egypt's CPM so low?
Egypt is classified as a Tier-3 (high-volume, low-CPM) market. Largest MENA YouTube audience, but very low advertiser CPMs — tier-3 bottom range.
How much does a 1M-view video earn from Egypt viewers?
At Egypt's typical CPM of $1.00, 1 million views from this market generate roughly $1,000 in ad revenue. High-CPM niches in Egypt can clear $2,800+.
Are Egypt CPMs and RPMs the same thing?
No. CPM is what advertisers pay per 1,000 ad impressions (gross). RPM is what creators receive per 1,000 video views after YouTube's 45% cut and unmonetized views. For Egypt, the typical CPM of $1.00 translates to a creator RPM of around $0.50.