How much do Instagram influencers really make?


The average influencer makes US$31 per hour, but a beauty specialist will earn double that, with US$60 per hour, according to HypeAuditor's study. — AFP Relaxnews

The battle for likes is still raging on Instagram. And with a growing number of influencers out there, the market is more competitive than ever. But how much money can an influencer really make? A survey from HypeAuditor reveals some surprising figures.

With perfect posts, magnificent wardrobes and gifts galore... on Instagram, the daily lives of influencers are filled with the stuff of dreams. Yet, behind this outward success, how much money are they really making?

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