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# Profitable Social Media Infographics
This Infographic Looks into How Profitable YouTube Is

By M | Published 2013-06-28 | Pop Culture
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/profitable-social-media
References: [masters-in-marketing.org](http://www.masters-in-marketing.org/viral/)

YouTube is one of the most profitable social media outlets in the world. With hundreds of comedy, beauty, parody, food, exercise and how-to videos uploaded daily, YouTube has become a money-making asset for many people and even a stable household income.

This 'The Economics of Going Viral' infographic looks into how much some of the top YouTube channels are making, the influence YouTube has and how profitable the popularity of YouTube is. For example, comedic YouTuber Jenna Marbles averages in $346,827.12 a year from the advertising on her videos alone.

YouTube is also one of the first places many viewers turn to for news coverage and the latest updates on entertainment, political and social changes. With all the eyes flooding in to tune into YouTube's content, it's only fitting that this infographic was designed like a massive money bill.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.2/10
- Popularity: 15% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Internet](https://www.trendhunter.com/internet)

## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Monetization of Social Media:** Opportunity for businesses to explore different ways to monetize their presence on social media platforms like YouTube.
- **Influence of Youtube Channels:** Opportunity to leverage the influence of popular YouTube channels for marketing and brand partnerships.
- **Rise of Youtube as a News Source:** Opportunity for news organizations and journalists to utilize YouTube as a primary platform for reaching wide audiences.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Online Advertising:** Innovative advertising solutions tailored specifically for social media platforms like YouTube.
- **Digital Content Creation:** Opportunity for individuals and companies to create engaging content on YouTube and monetize their creativity.
- **News and Media:** Exploring YouTube as a key platform for news delivery and engagement with viewers.

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