Rory McIlroy is swinging his way to the bank! The golf legend has worked on his craft in the game before he even hit double digits as a kid, and his dedication has led him to a net worth with a whole lot of zeros.

The Northern Ireland native officially reached hall of fame status when he won the PGA Masters tournament in April 2025. In Touch breaks down Rory’s net worth and how he racked up the commas throughout his career after reaching a career grand slam.

What Is Rory McIlroy’s Net Worth?

Rory is worth an estimated $250 million as of April 2025, according to Celebrity Net Worth.

How Does Rory McIlroy Make Money?

Roy earns a big chunk of his money from his tournament winnings and endorsement deals.

Most recently, Rory put his hand deep in the 2025 Masters purse that was worth $21 million.

After putting himself in the championship No. 1 slot, Roy earned a massive $4,200,000 paycheck, according to the PGA.

“It feels incredible,” McIlroy told CBS after his Masters win on April 13, 2025. “This is my 17th time here, and I started to wonder if it would ever be my time. The last 10 years coming here with the burden of the Grand Slam on my shoulders and trying to achieve that … I’m honored and thrilled and so proud to call myself a Masters champion.”

The year prior, Forbes reported that the golfer earned $83 million.

In 2014, Rory earned $1.6 million for winning the Open Championship and $1.8 million for dominating the PGA Championship. Three years prior, Rory came in first place at the US Open and walked away $1.44 million richer.

In 2012, Rory made history in the community by becoming the youngest golfer to surpass $10 million in career earnings for the PGA Tour alone.

Rory McIlroy’s Net Worth Mostly Comes From Endorsements

Rory is the 19th highest-paid athlete, according to Forbes. The outlet reported that he earns more money from endorsements than championship pay.

As of April 2025, Rory has partnered with major brands including Omega, TaylorMade, Nike, Optum, Golfpass and FM.

Rory’s partnerships with Nike and TaylorMade make up a big chunk of his net worth. He signed a deal with Nike in 2013 and extended the endorsement for 10 more years in 2017, which included a pretty $100 million paycheck, according to the Telegraph.

“Nike is the leading sports brand in the world and naturally a partner I want to align with,” Rory wrote on his website. “Being one of their stable of athletes is a dream come true and gives me an edge in one of the most competitive fields of sport on the planet.”

The same year, Rory landed his partnership with TaylorMade for $100 million, according to The Guardian.

“My future rests firmly in my hands — that’s why I choose TaylorMade,” he said in a statement. “I’ve been around the game long enough and I’ve seen everything, but I have never been as excited about equipment as I am right now.”