The 108th PGA Championship has reached a historic milestone with a record purse of $20.5 million. This notable increase is attributed to a $1.5 million boost provided by the PGA of America. The tournament takes place at the prestigious Aronimink Golf Club located in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania.
PGA Championship 2026: Prize Money Overview
The prize fund for this year’s PGA Championship sees a significant rise from the previous year’s purse of $19 million at Quail Hollow. In comparison, The Masters also increased its payout by $1.5 million earlier this year, bringing its total to $22.5 million, with Rory McIlroy winning $4.5 million of that amount.
2026 Prize Money Breakdown
The champion of the PGA Championship will receive a payout of $3.69 million. Here’s a detailed look at the prize money distribution for the top finishers:
| Position | Payout ($) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 3,690,000 |
| 2 | 2,214,000 |
| 3 | 1,394,000 |
| 4 | 984,000 |
| 5 | 820,000 |
| 6 | 727,600 |
| 7 | 681,050 |
| 8 | 636,400 |
| 9 | 593,700 |
| 10 | 553,000 |
| 11 | 514,160 |
| 12 | 477,300 |
| 13 | 442,370 |
| 14 | 409,390 |
| 15 | 378,340 |
| 16 | 349,240 |
| 17 | 322,080 |
| 18 | 296,850 |
| 19 | 273,570 |
| 20 | 252,230 |
Additionally, a total of 82 players made the cut this week. Those who did not qualify for the next stage will receive a stipend of $4,300.
The prize funds for the U.S. Open and The Open Championship in 2026 are still yet to be announced, with last year’s payouts standing at $21.5 million and $17 million respectively.
