By Quick answer: How much does AdMob pay per 1,000 users?
- eCPM = earnings per 1,000 impressions — not per 1,000 users.
- Per-user earnings = impressions per user × eCPM ÷ 1,000.
- Format matters — rewarded > interstitial > native > banner.
- Geography matters — Indian eCPMs are a fraction of US rates.
- Illustrative India range — about ₹2,400–8,500 a month per 1,000 daily users.
Key takeaways
- Track ARPDAU — ad revenue per daily active user — to compare apps and changes.
- Rewarded ads earn more and annoy less because users choose them.
- Mediation across ad networks can raise eCPM through competition.
- Invalid clicks or encouraging taps can get your AdMob account suspended.
- Ads rarely carry an Indian consumer app alone; pair them with a paid tier.
AdMob earnings get quoted in a confusing way. People say "my eCPM is ₹30" and others hear "I earn ₹30 per thousand users". Those are very different numbers. eCPM is per thousand impressions; one user might see five ads a day, or none. To know what your audience is worth, you need to connect the two. Here's how, with an illustrative Indian example.
The formula
- earnings per 1,000 ad impressions
- eCPM
- ads shown per active user per day
- Impressions per user
- ad revenue per daily active user
- ARPDAU
Daily ad revenue = DAU × impressions per user × eCPM ÷ 1,000
A worked example for 1,000 daily users in India
| Ad format | Impressions per user per day | Illustrative eCPM (₹) | Daily revenue per 1,000 users |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banner | 3 | 8–30 | ₹24–90 |
| Interstitial | 1.5 | 25–80 | ₹38–120 |
| Rewarded video | 0.5 | 40–150 | ₹20–75 |
| Total | 5 | — | ≈ ₹80–285 a day |
That's roughly ₹2,400–8,500 a month per 1,000 daily users in this example — and in practice many apps land at the lower end. Vendor benchmarks put Indian Android banner eCPM around $0.10–0.50 and show the same format ranking: rewarded, then interstitial, native and banner3. Treat any benchmark as a starting point; your AdMob dashboard is the truth1.
Why your numbers will differ
Country
Users in the US, UK and Western Europe often earn many times Indian rates.
Category
Finance, shopping and business apps attract higher-paying advertisers than casual utilities.
Season
Ad demand rises around festivals and year-end sales.
Fill rate
If networks can't fill every request, effective earnings fall. Mediation helps4.
How to earn more without annoying users
- Prefer rewarded ads — users choose to watch for a benefit
- Place interstitials at natural breaks — after a level, not mid-task
- Cap frequency — too many ads cut retention, and retention drives revenue
- Use mediation and bidding to let networks compete for each impression
- Offer an ad-free paid option — some users would rather pay
- Respect consent requirements for personalised ads where they apply
Don't get suspended
AdMob's programme policies prohibit clicking your own ads, encouraging users to click, and placing ads where accidental clicks are likely2. Invalid traffic can lead to withheld earnings or account suspension — a costly way to learn.
When ads aren't enough
For most Indian consumer apps, ads alone rarely pay the bills unless engagement is very high. Combine ads with a paid tier or in-app purchases — see monetization strategies that don't annoy users and the 1 lakh downloads earnings scenarios.
Key terms, defined
eCPM — effective earnings per 1,000 impressions. ARPDAU — average revenue per daily active user. Fill rate — share of ad requests that receive an ad. Mediation — letting several ad networks compete for impressions. Rewarded ad — an ad users choose to watch in exchange for a benefit.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good eCPM in India?
Published benchmarks vary widely. Vendor data suggests Android banner eCPMs in India around US$0.10–0.50, with interstitials and rewarded video higher. Your own AdMob reports by format and country are the only reliable guide.
How much does AdMob pay per 1,000 views?
That's the eCPM, which varies by format, country, app category, season and demand. In India it is typically a fraction of US levels. Check eCPM in your AdMob dashboard by ad unit and country.
How much can I earn with 1,000 daily users on AdMob?
As an illustrative Indian estimate, with about five impressions per user per day across banners, interstitials and rewarded ads, roughly ₹80–285 a day, or ₹2,400–8,500 a month. Global audiences and rewarded formats can earn more.
Which AdMob ad format pays the most?
Rewarded video usually has the highest eCPM, followed by interstitials, native ads and banners. Rewarded ads also tend to be the least intrusive because users opt in to watch.
Can AdMob suspend my account?
Yes, for policy violations such as invalid traffic, clicking your own ads, encouraging users to click, or placing ads where accidental clicks are likely. Follow AdMob's programme policies carefully.
What is ad mediation?
Mediation lets multiple ad networks compete to fill each ad request, which can raise fill rates and eCPM. AdMob supports mediation and bidding with other networks.
Sources
- Google AdMob — Official site
- Google AdMob Help — AdMob program policies
- Playio — Mobile game eCPM benchmarks 2026
- Google for Developers — AdMob mediation overview
- Checked October 23, 2026. Figures that change — fees, salaries, prices — are reviewed every six months; if something is out of date, tell us.
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