Introduction
When I first started on Fiverr, most of my work was pure design — thumbnails, logos, banners.
Over time, something changed: my clients didn’t just want pretty thumbnails. They wanted growth. They’d say:
“Samant, I have the thumbnails now, but what do I post? How do I stand out? How do I keep people watching?”
That’s how I slowly moved from being “the thumbnail guy” to managing whole YouTube channels — strategy, titles, thumbnails, and posting schedules.
And one thing became crystal clear: your niche decides your growth curve.
Some creators were fighting in ultra-crowded spaces like fitness or crypto. Even with professional packaging, their videos drowned in the noise. Others picked unusual, overlooked topics… and grew faster with far less effort.
That’s the magic of low-competition niches. You don’t need to be the next MrBeast. You just need to be smart about where you play.
Here are 10 niches in 2025 where the competition is still surprisingly low — and where I’ve personally seen channels (including one I helped manage) start to take off.
1. Digital Nomad Life (Beyond Bali & Lisbon)
When people think “digital nomad,” they imagine Bali, Thailand, Lisbon. Oversaturated. But smaller cities — Logroño in Spain, Gdańsk in Poland, Porto in Portugal — are wide open.
One of the channels I managed tested a video called “Nomad Nest”. With less than 2,000 subscribers, it outranked channels 10x bigger. Why? No competition.
Why it works: AdSense pays well (finance/travel CPM), plus sponsorship potential (coworking, travel gear).
How to package: Clean thumbnails with bold location text. Example: “Living in Porto (2025 Costs).”
2. Local Cost of Living Guides
Everyone covers “Cost of Living in New York.” Nobody covers “Cost of Living in Oviedo.” Yet thousands of people Google it every month.
Why it works: People searching this are serious (students, families, expats). Advertisers love them.
Pro tip: Use simple B-roll + Canva infographics. If editing numbers bores you, hire a Fiverr editor to crunch the data while you narrate.
3. AI Workflows (Not Just Tool Lists)
You’ve seen the videos: “Top 5 AI Tools.” Millions of them. But hardly anyone shows actual workflows.
Example: “How I Write, Edit, and Publish a Blog Post in 30 Minutes With AI.”
Why it works: Tech CPMs are high, and this content is evergreen.
Client insight: A small channel I consulted shifted from “Top AI Tools” to “How I Automate Freelance Workflows With AI” — and instantly saw better watch time.
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4. Micro-History (Regional or Niche)
“History of Rome” is done a thousand times. But “The Forgotten History of Andalusia”? Still wide open.
Why it works: Passionate audience, low saturation.
Packaging idea: Imagine an old map in the background with one bold word across it: Forgotten?
Monetization: History fans are some of the most supportive audiences out there — many happily back creators on Patreon if they see you putting in real research and effort.
5. Niche Sports & Hobbies
Everyone does football and basketball. But chess endgames, pickleball strategies, drone racing? Still fresh.
Why it works: Smaller but loyal audiences.
Example: I’ve seen a chess tactics channel with fewer than 10K subs pull in 100K+ monthly views — because hardly anyone explains endgames well.
6. Expat Life & Relocation Tips
This one’s personal: I’m preparing to relocate to Spain with my family. In researching cities like Logroño or Tortosa, I realized — almost nobody’s making content for these smaller expat destinations.
Why it works: Real stories beat generic guides.
Monetization: Sponsorships from relocation agencies, schools, language apps.
Packaging: Split-screen thumbnails (Flag A vs Flag B, or “Before vs After Moving”).
7. Student & Gen Z Finance
Finance is crowded, but the angle matters. Instead of “Investing in 2025,” try “How to Save $500 as a Student in Spain” or “Gen Z Money Hacks Nobody Talks About.”
Why it works: High RPM + easier to rank than broad finance.
Client note: A Fiverr client of mine did “student budget hacks” content — not viral, but steady growth and strong affiliate income (budgeting apps, books).
8. Cultural Differences
“American vs British English” is played out. But “Moroccan vs Spanish Food Habits” or “French vs Arab Parenting Styles”? Hardly touched.
Why it works: People love this kind of content because it feels light, familiar, and easy to share.
Thumbnail idea: Two flags side by side with one cultural object (bread, coffee, or clothing).
9. Freelancing Niches (Fiverr, Upwork, Niche Platforms)
Tons of videos about “freelancing.” Few about specific platforms or roles.
Example: “Fiverr for Designers in 2025” or “Upwork for Writers: Still Worth It?”
Why it works: Highly actionable, low competition, and perfect for affiliate tie-ins (like Fiverr CPA).
Personal note: I’ve managed channels for freelancers, and these targeted tutorials always bring engaged comments like: “This is exactly my situation.”
10. Micro-Documentaries (5–10 Minutes)
Everyone knows long-form documentaries like MagnatesMedia. But shorter, niche documentaries (7–10 minutes) are still untapped.
Example: “The Rise & Fall of Blackberry in 7 Minutes.”
Why it works: Retention-friendly, bingeable, business RPMs are high.
Challenge: Research-heavy. Outsource the scripting to a Fiverr writer if you want to stay consistent.
So… Which Niche Should You Pick?
Here’s what I tell clients when I manage their channels:
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Can you see yourself making 20 videos in this niche? If yes, good.
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Does it have search demand but not hundreds of clones? (Check with vidIQ.)
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Can you imagine a scroll-stopping thumbnail before writing the script? If no, the idea isn’t ready.
Conclusion
Low-competition niches aren’t “lesser” niches. They’re simply hidden doors. Some of the smallest channels I’ve seen actually grew quicker than huge ones, just because they chose a space where they didn’t have to wrestle with the big players.
If you want to start a new YouTube channel with low competition today, here’s my advice:
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DIY route: Use PackaPop Canva templates so your thumbnails look pro without wasting hours.
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Done-for-you: Bring in a Fiverr editor or designer. I’ve managed channels where outsourcing took things from total chaos to a smooth, consistent flow.
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Smart tools: I always lean on vidIQ — it’s the easiest way to see which low-competition keywords are actually worth your time.
And if I ever launch a new faceless channel in one of these niches, I’ll link it right here so you can see the journey in real time. Because nothing builds credibility like proof.
Author: Samant C. — YouTube Manager & Strategist at PackaPop
I lead the PackaPop team, where we help businesses and creators across every niche turn YouTube into their #1 lead source. Together, we build strategies that drive growth, leads, and real results. Let’s talk about your channel or email me at ContactDesigner@packapop.com
