Analysis of over 1 million subscribers reveals surprising economic insights into the popular platform

CHEYENNE, WYOMING / ACCESS Newswire / May 28, 2025 / A groundbreaking study conducted by OnlyGuider, with data support from OnlyTraffic, analyzed the behavior of 1,003,855 OnlyFans subscribers. The results showed that just 4.2% of subscribers spend money on the platform, averaging $48.52 per creator. Meanwhile, the top 0.1% of creators dominate, capturing 76% of all revenue and earning an average of $146,881 monthly.

The study, based on 58,947,698 transactions totaling $2,045,944, highlights the critical role of engagement, with messages driving 69.74% of revenue.

Key Findings from the Study

Subscriber Spending: Only 4.2% of subscribers spend money, averaging $48.52 per creator. The majority (95.8%) pay nothing. For success, it's crucial to find and retain those willing to pay.

Distribution of Revenue Among Creators: The top 0.1% of creators take 76% of all earnings, averaging $146,881 per month. The remaining 99.9% share just 24%. Competition is fierce, and the top is the elite.

Earnings per Subscriber: Models earn an average of $2.06 per subscriber. To stay profitable, acquisition costs must be below $2. Marketing efficiency is key.

Impact of "Whales": Only 0.01% of subscribers ("whales") generate 20.2% of revenue. These generous users are gold for creators. They need to be found and retained.

Sources of Income: Messages provide 69.74% of revenue, while subscriptions account for just 4.11%. Personal interaction with subscribers is far more profitable than mere subscriptions.

Timing of Payments: 83.3% of payments come within the first 48 hours after subscription. Spending drops sharply afterward. It's important to engage newcomers immediately with welcome content or offers.

Weekend Revenue: Weekends account for 29.7% of revenue. Subscribers are more likely to spend on these days, making it the best time for promotions and content.

Subscriber Activity: Only 17.19% of subscribers initiate communication with creators, while 82% remain silent.

Complete Study Results: https://onlyguider.com/blog/onlyfans-statistics/

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SOURCE: Khvatov Team