How Much Does Kick Streaming Pay per Hour?
When I first looked into streaming on Kick, the big question stuck in my head was:
“Okay, but how much can I actually make per hour?”
Not in theory. Not in vague “you can earn millions” hype. I wanted real numbers.
So I did the research, ran the numbers, and tried to break it down in a way that actually makes sense — especially if you’re just starting out, like me.
Let’s Get One Thing Straight: Kick Doesn’t Pay by the Hour (for Most People)
If you’re imagining Kick works like a regular job where you clock in, stream for a few hours, and automatically get paid — sorry, it doesn’t work like that.
Unless you’re a massive creator with a direct contract from Kick (think xQc or Adin Ross), you won’t be getting paid hourly just for being live.
Some of those big creators have deals that reportedly pay around $15 to $20+ per hour, guaranteed. But for the rest of us? We’re on the grind like everyone else.
So what does affect your income?
It’s All About the Revenue Streams
Here’s where Kick stands out (and honestly, why I got interested in it in the first place):
1. Subscriptions — 95/5 Split
This is where Kick smacks Twitch in the face.
- Kick gives streamers 95% of the sub revenue.
- So for a $5 monthly subscription, I’d make $4.75.
- On Twitch? I’d only get $2.50 (or $3.50 if I’m lucky).
It adds up fast if you can build even a small loyal following.
2. Tips & Donations
Kick allows direct tipping, and many streamers (including me) use third-party tools like Streamlabs or PayPal to accept donations.
This is pure profit. No middleman taking a cut. If someone drops you $10, you keep $10 — minus PayPal fees, of course.
3. Ad Revenue (Kind of)
Right now, Kick’s ad program isn’t as structured as YouTube’s or Twitch’s. They’re still working on it. So don’t expect major money from ads yet — unless you’re pulling big numbers.
So… What’s the Real “Per Hour” Payout?
Alright, let’s do some basic math based on subs alone:
- If I get 1 sub per hour, that’s $4.75/hour.
- 10 subs per hour? That’s $47.50/hour.
- No subs? Well… that’s a fat $0/hour.
It all depends on your audience, how engaging your content is, and how often you stream. If you can get just 10 people to subscribe daily, you’re looking at over $1,400/month — not bad at all for a growing streamer.
Comparing Kick to Twitch and YouTube
Kick isn’t perfect, but if you’re starting out and want to maximize earnings with a small audience, it’s easily the most creator-friendly platform right now.
Final Thoughts
If you’re streaming on Kick expecting an hourly paycheck without putting in the work, you’re setting yourself up for disappointment. But if you can hustle, engage, and build even a modest community, the platform actually rewards you better than the competition.
I’m not saying you’ll make $100 an hour overnight. But I am saying that Kick gives you a fair shot — and way more control over your earnings.
Would I recommend it for new streamers? Honestly, yes.
Just know that your hourly rate is in your hands — and your content.
