Floyd Mayweather Net Worth (Money & Salary)

What is Floyd Mayweather’s net worth?

Recognized worldwide as an American champion and promoter in boxing, Floyd Mayweather boasts a net worth of $400 million, making him the richest boxer in history. To date, his total career earnings exceed $1.1 billion.

Ranked as the fifth highest-paid athlete of all time, Floyd joins an exclusive group of six athletes with career earnings surpassing the $1 billion mark. This group includes notable figures such as Michael Schumacher ($1 billion), Jack Nicklaus ($1.15 billion), Arnold Palmer ($1.35 billion), Tiger Woods ($1.65 billion), and Michael Jordan ($1.9 billion). One particularly remarkable aspect of Floyd’s earnings is that he reached this position with minimal endorsement income. In contrast, most of the highest-earning athletes have derived the bulk of their earnings from endorsement contracts. Notably, Floyd accumulated over half a billion dollars from just two fights: $250 million from his 2015 match against Manny Pacquiao and $300 million from his 2017 bout with Conor McGregor.

In a notorious moment during a 2013 encounter with an ESPN reporter, just prior to his fight against Saul Alvarez, Floyd revealed his checking account balance, showcasing $123 million with pride.

Throughout his peak boxing years, Floyd held the title of the highest-paid athlete globally, consistently earning between $150 and $300 million annually during his fighting years despite having relatively few endorsement deals. From June 2014 to June 2015, he earned an astonishing $300 million. Similarly, from June 2017 to June 2018, Floyd once again achieved $300 million, primarily due to the fight against Conor McGregor in August 2017. Beyond the ring, Floyd generally brings in around $10 million per year through endorsements and other investments.

Early Life and Amateur Career

Floyd Mayweather was born on February 24, 1977, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. His father, Floyd Mayweather Sr., was a professional boxer known for facing Sugar Ray Leonard. Floyd Jr. also has uncles, Jeff and Roger, who were professional boxers. At different times, Floyd Sr. and Roger acted as his trainers.

In his childhood, Floyd experienced his mother’s battle with drug addiction and his father’s absence. His father only spent time with him when Floyd was old enough to attend the boxing gym. After his father was incarcerated, Floyd went to live with his grandmother. During this period, he dedicated himself to boxing, eventually dropping out of high school to pursue the sport.

he became an amateur after finishing school.

Floyd clinched national Golden Gloves championships in 1993, 1994, and 1996. Additionally, in 1996, he secured a bronze medal at the Atlanta Olympics, finishing his amateur career with a record of 84 – 4.

Professional Career

Floyd’s professional debut took place on October 11, 1996, where he knocked out Roberto Apodaca in the second round.

Throughout his career, Floyd achieved the remarkable feat of winning six boxing championships across five different weight classes: Super Featherweight, Lightweight, Junior Welterweight, two titles in Welterweight, and Super Welterweight. As of this writing, his professional boxing record stands at 50 wins with 0 losses, out of which 27 were secured by knockout.

Career Earnings

According to current totals, Floyd Mayweather’s career earnings amount to $1.1 billion. Below, you’ll find a detailed breakdown of every payday Floyd received during his professional boxing career:

Floyd Mayweather Career Earnings
Arturo Gatti	June 2005	$3.2 million
Carlos Baldomir	November 2006	$8 million
Oscar De La Hoya	May 2007	$25 million
Ricky Hatton	February 2008	$20 million
WWE Wrestle Mania	December 2008	$25 million
Juan Manuel Márquez	September 2009	$25 million
Sugar Shane Mosley	May 2010	$30 million
Victor Ortiz	September 2011	$40 million
Miguel Cotto	May 2012	$40 million
Robert Guerrero	May 2013	$50 million
Saul Alvarez	September 2013	$75 million
Marcos Maidana I	May 2014	$40 million
Marcos Maidana II	September 2014	$32 million
Manny Pacquiao	May 2015	$250 million
Andre Berto	September 2015	$35 million
Conor McGregor	August 2017	$300 million
Tenshin Nasukawa	December 2018	$9 million
Logan Paul	June 2021	$35 million
Deji Olatunji	November 2022	$25 million
	Total	$1.0272 billion

From his initial 15 fights before the 2005 match against Arturo Gatti, he also accrued about $2 million. Additionally, Floyd has generated approximately $25 million outside the ring through merchandise sales and various smaller endorsement deals.

Notable Fights

On March 13, 2009, Mayweather was set to face his most formidable opponent, Manny Pacquiao. The match was

likely the most awaited bout in the past ten years. At that time, it was projected that pay-per-view earnings would surpass $180 million. Out of this total, Floyd was assured $25 million upfront along with an additional $20-25 million on the backend. Sadly, an agreement could not be reached between Mayweather and Pacquiao, leading to the fight being postponed for several years. Floyd went on to achieve victory against “Sugar” Shane Mosley on April 1st, 2010, and Victor Ortiz in 2011. Then, on May 5th, 2012, Mayweather triumphed over Miguel Cotto.

Floyd garnered an estimated $50 million ($32 million guaranteed) for his victory over Robert Guerrero on May 4th, 2013. Following that, on September 14, 2013, he earned $75 million ($41.5 million guaranteed) battling Saul Alvarez, which broke records for the largest purse in boxing history.

The long-awaited Mayweather vs. Pacquiao fight finally occurred on May 2nd, 2015, in Las Vegas. It was anticipated to generate the highest revenue in boxing history. Floyd and Manny concurred to divide all profits 60-40, resulting in Floyd earning $250 million while Pacquiao received $150 million.

On August 26, 2017, Floyd Mayweather faced Conor McGregor in what became the highest-grossing Pay Per View boxing event ever. This event saw at least 5 million PPV purchases, ultimately generating approximately $700 million in total revenue from all avenues, leaving Mayweather with a paycheck of $300 million pre-tax. As a Nevada resident, he avoided paying any state income taxes on this amount, although he did pay about 40% of his earnings to the IRS. This included 40% of his earnings plus an additional $22 million in back taxes related to his 2015 income. After taxes, his net take was $160 million, which raised his net worth to $560 million after incorporating his previous assets.

In June 2021, Floyd fought YouTuber Logan Paul in an exhibition match where he was guaranteed $10 million plus 50% of the Pay Per View profits. Approximately 1 million viewers purchased the PPV, resulting in $50 million in revenue, thus bringing Floyd’s total earnings to $35 million.

In November 2022, Floyd earned $25 million for an exhibition match against social media influencer Deji Olatunji held in Dubai.

Other Appearances

In 2007, Floyd competed on Dancing with the Stars, finishing in ninth place. The following year, he earned $20 million for his appearance at WWE’s WrestleMania XXIV.

Real Estate

Since 2018, Floyd’s main residence is a custom-built mansion with 11 bedrooms in Las Vegas, covering an area of 22,000 square feet, which he purchased for $10 million. Additionally, he owns another mansion in Vegas measuring 13,000 square feet that served as his primary residence from 2010 to 2018, acquired for $9.5 million.

In 2017, he spent $25.5 million on a Beverly Hills mansion, along with an expenditure of $500,000 for home furnishings when closing on the property. This residence features a candy shop, a 12-seat movie theater, and a wine room that holds 300 bottles. Floyd listed this Beverly Hills mansion for sale in September 2024 at a price of $48 million.

He also possesses an apartment…

In Miami’s Palm Island, Floyd spent $18 million on a waterfront mansion in August 2021, while he also frequents locations like the Mayweather Boxing Club in Vegas and a strip club named Girl Collection in Vegas.

Car Collection

Dozens of high-end cars are owned by Floyd, who mentioned in an interview with ESPN that his garage holds $15 million worth of luxury cars that have yet to see the road. Over the past twenty years, he has acquired more than 100 vehicles from Towbin Motorcars in Las Vegas, reportedly paying for them in cash. His impressive collection features car assets such as a $5 million Koenigsegg CCXR Trevita, a $3.5 million Bugatti Chiron, three Bugatti Veyrons worth $2 million each, a Bugatti Grand Sport Vitesse, a $1.4 million Pagani Huayra, and a limited edition LaFerrari Aperta valued at over $1 million. This is merely a glimpse of his remarkable collection; Floyd also possesses numerous Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Bentleys, Rolls Royces, and Mercedes, among others.

Reportedly, Floyd has a total of 16 Rolls Royces.

At one point, the vehicles kept at one mansion were all white, while those at his other mansion were entirely black.

Private Jets

Floyd is the owner of a $60 million Gulfstream G650, which he affectionately calls “Air Mayweather.” He acquired this jet as a gift for himself on his 41st birthday in 2018 and, as a dare, he flew to Iceland solely to take an Instagram photo. The aircraft proudly displays his name on the side and “50 – o” (indicating his boxing record) on the wing tips.

In fact, Floyd possesses two private jets. The second one is a $30 million Gulfstream III. When traveling, he typically flies in the G650 accompanied by his closest associates, while “Air Mayweather II” follows with his entourage.

In January 2015, Floyd shared a picture of himself in front of his primary jet alongside seven cars, showcasing a total value of $60 million in “toys.”

Jewelry Collection

Floyd is known for flaunting his jewelry collection, which includes more than 40 extremely luxurious watches. He has claimed that he travels with 30 watches and is always adorned with at least $3 million worth of jewelry.

In 2015, he made headlines by purchasing a single watch from Jacob the Jeweler for an astonishing $18 million. This watch is set with 239 emerald-cut baguette diamonds, each up to three carats. Appropriately named “The Billionaire,” it showcases his extravagant taste.

Commercial Real Estate Investments

In 2014, Floyd made a significant investment to partner with the real estate development firm SL Green. Marc Holliday, the CEO of SL Green, publicized Floyd’s investment in December of the same year. As of this moment, he holds a minority stake in nine skyscrapers across the United States, one of which is One Vanderbilt, currently the tallest commercial building in the country.

Financial Problems?

Throughout the years, Floyd has faced accusations regarding financial troubles. For instance, in March 2017, the IRS issued a demand for back taxes amounting to $22.2 million related to his 2015 income, claimed to be exactly $22,238,255. In an unusual twist, Floyd stated that he lacked sufficient liquid cash to settle this debt. Shortly thereafter, his legal team assured the IRS that payment, including interest and penalties, would be made directly from the earnings of his fight against Conor McGregor. The IRS demanded immediate payment, to which Floyd’s lawyers responded:

“Although the taxpayer has substantial assets, those assets are restricted and primarily illiquid. The taxpayer has a significant liquidity event scheduled in about 60 days from which he intends to pay the balance of the 2015 tax liability due and outstanding.”

In February 2020, 50 Cent, who is a former friend of Floyd, made headlines…

A once-close friend who has turned into a bitter adversary ventured onto social media, alleging that Floyd was financially depleted and would soon have to return to the boxing ring to replenish his finances. These claims lacked substantiation, which Floyd promptly countered on his own social media platforms. Nevertheless, it’s important to note that maintaining Floyd’s extravagant lifestyle incurs significant costs. With multiple properties, luxury vehicles, private jets, an entourage, and more, he likely spends tens of millions of dollars annually, especially at a time when his income is no longer as substantial. Notably, he never wears shoes more than once and tends to leave his discards for his fans, housekeepers, and hotel personnel. His entourage, comprising 20 people at all times, includes friends, family, bodyguards, a barber (despite his shaved head), and a massage therapist who fortuitously happens to be an attractive woman. There was even an incident where thieves burglarized his home and made off with $7 million worth of jewelry….

And let’s not overlook Floyd’s penchant for gambling. It’s challenging to ascertain the total amount of money Floyd has won or lost through sports betting. He often showcases extremely large wagers placed on sporting events throughout the year.

Other Controversies

In 2002, Floyd faced charges for two counts of domestic violence and one count of misdemeanor battery, resulting in a six-month suspended sentence and community service. Following that, in 2004, he was sentenced to one year of suspension after being convicted of two counts of misdemeanor battery. In 2005, he accepted a no-contest plea to a misdemeanor battery charge for kicking a bouncer, receiving a 90-day suspended sentence. By 2011, Floyd was mandated to serve 90 days in county jail on battery charges, along with 100 hours of community service and a requirement to attend a 12-month domestic violence program. Ultimately, he served 63 days behind bars. During his incarceration, Floyd requested an early release for medical reasons, arguing that the prison’s 800-calorie daily food menu was detrimental to his muscle health. He maintained that his body required between 3000-4000 calories daily. However, the judge denied his request. Upon his release, Floyd was welcomed by 50 Cent in a private jet, carrying a suitcase filled with $1 million cash.

Summary

Floyd Mayweather currently holds a net worth of $450 million. As of this moment, he has accumulated more than $1.1 billion over the course of his career. Notably, he earned $250 million in May 2015 from his fight against Manny Pacquiao and $300 million in August 2017 from his bout with Conor McGregor.