Campaign planning calculators

CPM Cost Calculator

Find the total media cost for a planned impression volume and CPM, with reverse calculations available in the same tool.

Interactive calculator

Calculate campaign cost

Use this when a rate card gives a CPM and you know how many impressions you intend to purchase.

Symbols only; values are not converted.

Example values are prefilled—edit either available input.

iThe total amount spent or earned for the impressions in this calculation.
£
Enter the total value for one reporting period.
iThe number of times the advertisement or placement was delivered.
views
Use impressions from the same period as the cost.
iCost per mille: the cost or revenue for every 1,000 impressions.
£ per 1K
The rate applied to each thousand impressions.
Quick examples

How this calculation works

Use this when a rate card gives a CPM and you know how many impressions you intend to purchase.

Total cost = (CPM × impressions) ÷ 1,000.

Example calculation

250,000 impressions at an £8 CPM cost £2,000.

Change either input in the calculator to model a different campaign scenario.

Use the result correctly

  • Confirm whether the quoted rate includes platform fees.
  • Use billable impressions from the same measurement standard.
  • Round only after completing the calculation.

Frequently asked questions

What does cpm cost calculator calculate?

It calculates CPM, total cost, or impressions from any two known values. The page also explains the formula in the context of use this when a rate card gives a cpm and you know how many impressions you intend to purchase.

What formula does cpm cost calculator use?

Total cost = (CPM × impressions) ÷ 1,000.

Is cpm cost calculator free to use?

Yes. The calculator runs in your browser and does not require an account.