Key stat: 13.4% of all US streaming TV time is spent watching YouTube, more than any other streaming platform, according to July 2025 data from Nielsen.
Beyond the chart:
- Streaming makes up nearly half (45.3%) of ad-supported TV viewing, according to the Nielsen data.
- Some 62% of US adults have cut the cord and moved to streaming only services, according to a July 2025 report from CivicScience.
Use this chart: Marketers can use this chart to inform how they can prioritize YouTube in their CTV media mix—especially for reaching younger, cord-never audiences. Streaming platform marketers can invest in short-form and creator content to stay competitive in watch time battles.
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