Marketing

CPM Calculator

Calculate Cost Per Mille — what you pay per 1,000 ad impressions.

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Results update as you type. Nothing is sent anywhere — the maths runs in your browser.

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Total amount spent on the campaign.

Total number of ad impressions.

Formula

CPM = (Total Cost ÷ Impressions) × 1,000

CPM measures cost efficiency for brand awareness campaigns. Lower CPM means cheaper reach.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a good CPM?

Varies by platform. Facebook: $5-15, Google Display: $2-10, LinkedIn: $20-50, Programmatic: $1-5.

CPM vs CPC?

CPM pays per 1,000 views (awareness). CPC pays per click (performance). Use CPM for brand, CPC for conversion.

How do I lower CPM?

Improve ad relevance scores, target broader audiences, test different placements, and optimize creative.

Does lower CPM mean better results?

Not always. A higher CPM on a targeted audience may generate more conversions than cheap broad reach.