Here’s how much Olympians across the world earn when they win a gold, silver, or bronze medal.
Winning a medal at the Olympics might be the career achievement of a lifetime — but it doesn’t come with guaranteed riches.
While the International Olympic Committee doesn’t hand out money to athletes who medal in their respective events, many countries across the globe provide compensation to athletes for reaching the podium.
But the financial rewards vary considerably.
The US Olympic and Paralympic Committee awards American athletes $37,500 for gold medals, $22,500 for silver medals, and $15,000 for bronze medals. During the 2016 Olympics, the committee awarded $25,000 for gold medals, $15,000 for silver medals, and $10,000 for bronze medals.
For star athletes like US gymnast Simone Biles, this can result in large earnings.
