WWE wrestlers' pay varies widely depending on their status, contract, and popularity. The minimum salary for main roster WWE wrestlers in 2025 is around $350,000 per year. Many mid-level wrestlers and established stars earn salaries in the low millions, typically ranging from $1 million to $5 million annually. The top WWE wrestlers, such as Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, and Randy Orton, can earn between $10 million and $15 million per year. These figures often exclude additional income sources like merchandise sales and pay-per- view bonuses.
Salary Ranges
- Minimum salary: About $350,000 per year for main roster wrestlers.
- Mid-level stars: Typically earn from $1 million to $5 million annually.
- Top-tier wrestlers: Roman Reigns, for example, reportedly earns $15 million per year; Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton around $10 million; Seth Rollins about $9 million.
Additional Earnings
Wrestlers often make extra money from merchandise sales, pay-per-view bonuses, and other revenue-sharing deals that can significantly boost their overall income.
Example Top Salaries in 2025
Wrestler| Annual Salary (approx.)
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Roman Reigns| $15 million
Cody Rhodes| $10 million
Randy Orton| $10 million
Seth Rollins| $9 million
Brock Lesnar| $12 million
These salaries reflect base pay and may increase with bonuses and other incentives tied to performance and popularity. This data reflects the current pay scale trends in WWE as of 2025 based on recent reports and contract leaks.
