PGA Championship Payout & Prize Money Breakdown | BookieBrawler

Full PGA Championship payout breakdown: total purse, winner's prize money, place-by-place payouts, prize money history, and comparison to other major championships.

PGA Championship Total Purse & Winner's Prize Money

The 2025 PGA Championship featured a total purse of <strong>$18.5 million</strong>, with the champion taking home <strong>$3.33 million</strong>. This continues the upward trajectory of prize money for the PGA's flagship championship, which is organized by the PGA of America.

PGA Championship Payout Breakdown by Place

Here's the estimated payout structure based on the $18.5 million purse:

• <strong>1st Place:</strong> $3,330,000 (18%)
• <strong>2nd Place:</strong> $1,998,000 (10.8%)
• <strong>3rd Place:</strong> $1,258,000 (6.8%)
• <strong>4th Place:</strong> $888,000 (4.8%)
• <strong>5th Place:</strong> $740,000 (4%)

PGA Championship Prize Money History

• <strong>2025:</strong> $18.5 million
• <strong>2024:</strong> $18.5 million
• <strong>2023:</strong> $17.5 million
• <strong>2022:</strong> $15 million
• <strong>2021:</strong> $12 million

What the PGA Championship Winner Gets Beyond Money

The PGA Championship winner receives the Wanamaker Trophy, a five-year exemption into all four majors, a five-year PGA Tour exemption, and automatic qualification for the Ryder Cup. These benefits make it one of the most coveted titles in professional golf.