The US Women’s Open 2025, concluding this Sunday at Erin Hills (Wisconsin), once again sets a milestone in women’s golf by distributing a record purse of 12 million dollars, matching the already historic figure of 2024. It is the tournament with the highest financial allocation on the calendar, consolidating its position as the most prestigious and rewarding major in professional women’s golf.
2.4 million for the champion
The player who claims victory this Sunday will take home 2,400,000 dollars, an amount that matches the largest individual prize ever awarded in a women’s tournament. The runner-up will earn 1,296,000 dollars, and the third place, more than 800,000. This structure highlights the USGA’s commitment to closing the gap with men’s golf.
Additionally, the 76 professionals who do not make the cut will receive 10,000 dollars each, a way to acknowledge the effort and merit it takes just to qualify for one of the most demanding events on the calendar, which only 156 players accessed out of more than 1,900 registered.
US Women’s Open 2025 Prize Distribution (for professionals completing the 72 holes)
| Position | Prize (USD) | Position | Prize (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2,400,000 | 28 | $85,667 |
| 2 | $1,296,000 | 29 | $82,017 |
| 3 | $809,242 | 30 | $78,366 |
| 4 | $567,305 | 31 | $74,715 |
| 5 | $472,511 | 32 | $71,065 |
| 6 | $418,969 | 33 | $67,414 |
| 7 | $377,717 | 34 | $64,129 |
| 8 | $338,290 | 35 | $61,452 |
| 9 | $306,165 | 36 | $58,774 |
| 10 | $281,219 | 37 | $56,219 |
| 11 | $256,638 | 38 | $53,785 |
| 12 | $237,290 | 39 | $51,352 |
| 13 | $221,105 | 40 | $48,918 |
| 14 | $204,069 | 41 | $46,484 |
| 15 | $189,467 | 42 | $44,050 |
| 16 | $177,298 | 43 | $41,617 |
| 17 | $167,563 | 44 | $39,183 |
| 18 | $157,828 | 45 | $36,749 |
| 19 | $148,093 | 46 | $34,559 |
| 20 | $138,358 | 47 | $32,368 |
| 21 | $129,961 | 48 | $30,300 |
| 22 | $121,565 | 49 | $29,083 |
| 23 | $113,412 | 50 | $27,866 |
| 24 | $105,867 | 51 | $27,136 |
| 25 | $99,296 | 52 | $26,527 |
| 26 | $93,699 | 53 | $26,041 |
| 27 | $89,440 | 54 | $25,797 |
This breakdown shows how the USGA continues to support the professionalisation and growth of women’s golf, rewarding not only the top finishers but also ensuring significant compensation for all those who complete the tournament. A model that reinforces equality and gives visibility to the talent of the world’s best female golfers.
