Few know the fact that Twitch, Inc. (NASDAQ: TWTR) pays its smallest streamers a fraction of what their larger counterparts earn. A study by Streamlabs found that the median monthly salary for an individual with 1,000 followers or less is $7.50. This compares to the median monthly salary of $12 for someone with 10,000 followers or more. Additionally, Streamlabs found that 50% of Twitch broadcasters make less than $10,000 annually from streaming on the platform. There are a few reasons why smaller streamers may not earn as much as their larger counterparts. For one thing, they may not have as many viewers or subscribers which could lead to lower earnings. Additionally, it can be harder for small streamers to build up a following and generate engagement which can also impact their income potential.