If you are an automobile nerd who loves spending time on YouTube, there's a very good chance that you're aware of who TheStradman is. James Neese aka TheStradman comes from a very humble background. He didn't have it easy by any means. TheStradman had to do things the hard way and he did it in some style. After years of hustle, TheStradman is one of the most influential YouTubers in the world - and undoubtedly one of the most celebrated personalities within the automotive circle.
It is no secret that TheStradman is indeed a very rich man. But where does he rank among fellow YouTubers from the automotive world? How much is James Neese aka The Stradman's net worth? And what was his ticket to fame? Gear in as we're about to take you on an adventurous journey.
A Surreal Ride - From Rags To Riches
TheStradman is living the dream life today. The automotive guru has more than 3 million subscribers on his channel and the number is only going to increase, going forward. As per some reports, James Neese's YouTube channel is growing at a rate of 1800 subscribers per day. TheStradman is renowned for showing off his expensive machines on his social media handles, but he had to work his way to the top.
TheStradman's story is an incredible one. The rise of an ordinary automobile lover to one of the most influential YouTube personalities in the world. There was a point in James Neese's life when he was homeless and jobless. However, TheStradman didn't let disappointment stop him from achieving what he has, today. He is an inspiration to millions around the world and we are surprised that the makers at Netflix haven't already launched a Netflix original based on TheStradman's journey to the top.
One Of The Richest YouTubers In The World
For a YouTuber with more than 3 million subscribers and as much social media presence as TheStradman, a net worth exceeding few hundred thousand dollars is hardly a surprise. And TheStradman's net worth is a lot more than that. As per recent data and reports, TheStradman has an estimated net worth of $2.5 million. And a lot of that sum is down to his YouTube success. A super success of a channel, it has accumulated a grand total of over 800 million views ever since its inception.
YouTubers normally earn anything between $2 to $8 (after YouTube pockets its share) per 1000 monetized views. For a lot of these "big" YouTube channels, monetized views account approximately 40% to 60% of the total number of views on a video. That figure is further influenced by a number of factors such as the device in use, the location of the viewers, and a number of factors related to advertising and marketing. And a YouTube channel as popular as James Neese's channel is a hot property for big brands around the world. It's a win-win situation for both, TheStradman and the big brands in terms of monetization and reach. Speaking of big brands, TheStradman's collaboration with a number of big brands and fellow celebs, on his social media handles, also aids his net worth. A massive car lover himself, James Neese has a knack for some really cool cars. And guess what he does? He buys them and sells some of them for a profit, adding to his already impressive net worth.
TheStradman's Ticket To Fame
While Doug DeMuro got his start in the automobile world through freelance writing, TheStradman's journey is a lot different. When James Neese found himself without a job and without a roof to live under, little did he know that the best is yet to come... TheStradman survived those days living in his car on the streets of Utah. In the midst of all this, Neese started a YouTube channel called "TheStradman", named after his favorite car, a 2004 Ferrari beast: Challenge Stradale. Most of his videos initially were about him capturing supercars on the streets of Utah. However, a video about a Bugatti supercar changed his fortunes. Overnight, everyone was talking about the video and the latest YouTube sensation, James Neese aka TheStradman. Ever since the Bugatti video went viral, TheStradman has never looked back and has continued to grow leaps and bound.
What makes TheStradman different from fellow YouTubers is his connection with the audiences. Viewers resonate with his personality and his journey from the bottom to the very top. It is no secret that it was Neese's passion for supercars that got him a start in the automotive world. However, the views and numbers weren't exactly pouring in right from the word "go" when TheStradman kickstarted his YouTube journey. The young YouTuber had to be patient and wait for the big moment. And once the big moment arrived, TheStradman never looked back.