How Much It Costs To Be a WWE Wrestler

Contrary to popular belief, WWE does not cover all of their wrestlers' expenses. In this video, I show what expenses a WWE wrestler has while traveling and how much money you have after it's all said and done.

[@MavenKHuffman]

Tell me where I spent too much money and where you might spend more if you were on the road.

[@bigm6753]

Your videos are great dude

[@sawyermaitland]

Travel must be up there

[@breakingsteve91]

everyone is always giving you shit saying you were a crap wrestler couldn't be further from the truth i just wish your run would have been longer but that from a fan standpoint not thinking of the punishment on your body #thankyoumaven

[@grandeseiseiseis539]

Most of my money would be on writers coming up with lines and jokes. Like in Young Rock

[@jakemiller270]

Being a broke college student trying to play club sports we had 8 people per room. I could sleep on the air conditioner if i needed to. That was back in 2013 though at 30 i would need comfort.

[@ricardohester9512]

I truly believe Maven have came up with the best KZbin channel out of any former pro wrestler today .us fans have always wondered about all these things in your videos lol

[@tmage23]

His and Stevie Richards' channel are both entertaining and informative.

[@plutoniumcore]

I think Mavin by himself is on the video solo helps convey his theme of said video. Rather than having a host like Conrad, etc,.

[@dhag72]

@@tmage23 Stevie's channel is great. Lots of information on moves and matches themselves, and I like how he really gets into the details about how each move works, and what it takes from both wrestlers to make it happen. Also what went wrong and how it could be prevented. His videos should be like your wrestling intro videos when you start at a wrestling school or learn new moves

[@brandonsmith5880]

I woke up one day and his channel was my favorite. I watched Tough Enough but didn't really care for him as a WWE wrestler. That should tell you how good I think his channel is. His honesty is crazy

[@Ryanonfire03]

@@tmage23Stevie is okay. But I bet if we/he wanted we could find videos of him not hitting moves perfectly so why does he feel the need to do that to people?

[@eyelesscrown7346]

Mavens videos in 10 years will be like: "I was a youtube star. Here's how much I got paid"

[@alexandru5369]

Heck for 300k sub it's not too bad though I believe YT bases income on views per capita overall which makes sense

[@thestranger9608]

​@alexandru5369 yup the views are what get you paid once you get monetized. I hear you have to get like 50k subs to really make a living

[@alexandru5369]

@@thestranger960850k sounds right even then 100k is when you really can make a true living

[@kidrobot.]

​@@thestranger9608you need more

[@johnwicks2927]

?? Dude why are u even here then? Hating on this man doing something he enjoys n gets paid from it? 300k subs is good I kno he gets a decent check from this, we love yo vids Maven, don’t let these ppl who wake up wit hate in their heart tear u down, those ppl r just unhappy in their life.

[@mickanvonfootscraymarket5520]

This puts into perspective why selling merch and getting a chunk of the ppv buy rate is so important - as that seems to be where the real money is.

[@kidrobot.]

everyone knows that. it's the merch that brings in the real money

[@DonJulio1942]

It also puts in perspective on why the Kliq made sure they was well paid and treated

[@Chrissmills]

@@kidrobot.stone cold Steve Austin is still receiving 6 figure checks every year from his merch to this day. I’d love to know how much he earned during his prime

[@420bengalfan]

@@Chrissmills i heard somehwere he was making close to 5 million a year in merch for a couple of years

[@winningsince1992]

I mean most of it is average living costs for people. Food, gym, rent....

[@RiddleWhisperer]

I'm totally fascinated by how Maven effortlessly articulates every single word he speaks. It's as if he was born to thrive in the world of KZbin, effortlessly blending his expertise and charisma into captivating content that keeps viewers hooked. It's like watching a master at work, effortlessly weaving his way through topics with precision and flair, making it seem like he was destined for this platform all along.

[@RainSennin_ismyAlt]

He was a teacher before a wrestler, after all

[@Ricki_47]

Me "3,300 ain't bad" Maven" you haven't paid uncle sam yet" Damn taxes

[@jtaco4101]

At least you can write a crap load of these expenses off. No wrestlers taking the standard deduction lol.

[@TheCamsaw]

Working my first job and taxes hurt my check so much 😭😭😭

[@memcore1312]

​@@TheCamsawall these taxes yet we get pretty much zero amenities 🤣

[@elhajjmalikel6266]

And........we think that's normal, that's the sad part. Taxation is theft; legalized THEFT. You bust your butt just for someone to come in and take a cut of it off top? That doesn't anger you? We should be outraged.

[@eliasmg9144]

​@@elhajjmalikel6266 are you by any chances libertarian?

[@cybrnathan]

I saw a great video with Arn Anderson about how he learned about all the expenses involved with wrestling. He talked about keeping receipts and detailed records, so when tax time came he could write things off effectively. A lot of guys should take lessons from him.

[@spicydoge3847]

I really enjoy watching these videos. Even though I'm not related in any way to professional wrestling, it's been a part of my life since I was a little kid. And learning about the nitty-gritty presented in such an entertaining way is something I love. Thank you

[@daveblackman816]

Dang 330k subscribers. I remember when you had like 10k. These Friday videos are always awesome.

[@jamesniagu274]

Same so happy for him

[@NostalgiaDemon]

Been around since 60k but you have spoken FACTS

[@anthonystanek1212]

Bugger it I will subscribe too

[@Vlabar]

I've known some WWE guys who were only making $120,000 / year and were broke. They weren't living the rock and roll lifestyle either.

[@Legalize-wh9kh]

Some of these guys don't know how to save money. Drinking isn't a necessity, you can get a hotel room for half the cost that he payed, and cars don't cost $100/day to rent. Unless , you're getting all kinds of upgrades.

[@themobseat]

The average daily rate (ADR) of the United States hotel industry was 148.83 U.S. dollars in 2022. The average 2024 weekly rental price for cars booked in advance is $589.

[@kylemclaren8772]

@@Legalize-wh9khthe cars are the ones I understand paying up for. These are large guys and they need space, and paying for full size or suv costs more + more gas

[@Legalize-wh9kh]

@@themobseat you're looking up the average, not the most cost effective.

[@detroitandclevelandfan5503]

​​@@Legalize-wh9kh 😂 Be like Macho Man and sleep in your car.

[@jingles1009]

This is my favorite KZbin channel! It's so cool to see all the behind the scenes stuff.

[@MusiciaNegan]

Mayven, you're awesome. Love your channel and love your attitude. You're a really 'down to earth' dude and I never get tired of hearing you talk wrestling. Keep it up, man!

[@weirdo1060]

The expenses were more complicated back in 2000s. While not cheap, rewards programs for hotel, rental or gym membership could offset more today.

[@themobseat]

The food prices today are much higher than in the 2000's.

[@kcmichelson4528]

Also general rule of inflation money in the early 00's would be double in today's money roughly. I calculated he made 96G's/yr. So worth about 200k in today's cash which tracks for a pro wrestler.

[@AP-jl2lv]

@@themobseat yeah i remember john cena's pizza buffet story while living out of his car, he'd be literally starving if he tried to do that shit in 2024

[@truckercowboyed2638]

But expenses have doubled as well you can't just say they make double now, they also pay out double....​@@kcmichelson4528

[@xavierwashington5408]

I was thinking about an uber to the airport, but depending where u are and where u live and it lowkey be just as expensive. Also ig if you’re somewhat of a celebrity ur ego may not allow u to Uber

[@a.j.leclair5426]

You were strongly underrated in your career but im glad you get to make a comeback and make content like this.

[@LiLgPnoy15]

Love the videos man! I always anticipate each new one!

[@Ben_Lorentz]

Love hearing your stories explaining the industry and how everything works. You are very transparent about everything.

[@MacLovinUK]

You’ve no idea how much I enjoy your videos! Great insight

[@CannibalShadow]

The channel growth is insane, insightful content 👏🏾

[@foxerfiery4232]

Always look forward to watching your new uploads on Friday 🤗

[@koreanelvis]

IMHO Maven, BEST VIDEO YET!!! I was in the military and I STILL REMEMBER my expenses ON THE ROAD; and DAMN, I hear you brother!! Happy Easter!!

[@camschuster5947]

Love the recent CVV interview my guy. Keep up the great work! You’ll get that call soon!

[@josewmeldondo]

I saw it, too! Hopefully, he gets signed to do some bts stuff.

[@Robert_D_Mercer]

This man is inspiring me to try to make content myself as one of the youngest ironworkers here in Toronto. I'm on such lows right now, and homies I've been thinking of everything to try to get back on my feet. Built over 7 highrise towers as a young adult; and got 100's of 1000's of downloads on my mods and hacks/art(technically) when I was a teen; I know I can do it. So thanks for the content Maven :) I hope everything turns out great for you man, you deserve it.

[@michaelmiller6249]

The world is waiting to hear your story, young man! You have got it! Definitely sounds interesting that you’ve had such a hand in building metro infrastructures. ❤😊 No pressure though. Just take baby steps. Because slow progress is better than…

[@Robert_D_Mercer]

@@michaelmiller6249 Well Dang; Wasn't expecting a reply but thank you. I'm only 32 and been online most my life so I know what's up. :P I kind of regret not keeping up an online pressence. Those old timers I worked with really made me feel embarrassed about the nerdy stuff I did. Which is horrible because homie, nobody should be dissing another man because of his hobbies. I really was the youngest guy on those towers lol, the 3ds came out like a year before I started and lmao my ass got made fun of by the "dad' Type guys ;P Anyways thanks; that's enough of a feelgood session (just teasing lol) I wish you the best too man :)

[@ANJROTmania]

Maven left a lot of templates you can take here. Get a good camera, a clean editing and who knows. People always look for stories to listen as they pass time. Don't forget the shorts meta!

[@hahahajackmyswag]

No you didn't

[@rusty9514]

​@@hahahajackmyswagget his ass

[@socorroleroux]

This is one of my favorite KZbin channels please keep the content coming 🔥🔥

[@ollieduracell]

It's quality how far your KZbin has come in such a short space of time man, absolutely love the content! Respect, Maven!

[@richie404]

It's Amazing to see how far your Channel has grown Maven. Keep it up with this Great Wrestling Content.

[@jeffmendez02]

Ahh man was thinking about this topic and the notification came right away 😂, Maven love ur contents!

[@shawniebmore6424]

Love watching your channel, keep up the amazing work. I been subscribed for months now, definitely one of my favorites. Have a wonderful weekend, Shawn from BMore

[@devamaria2010]

I love this channel! Maven really goes in depth and answers all the questions I had about what being a wrestler is all about! & always in a clear and concise manner!

[@PauLie616gaming]

You can tell his ol teacher days are a big factor how educational these videos have been also teaching us about what shcools dont finances ❤🤯

[@strikeeagle360]

Love your content Maven. Keep it up

[@DillAvery]

I love that you shed light on what it was like being a wrestler, the pros and cons, and always honest but never negative. Love the videos, keep em coming!

[@Danish10xHD]

Maven is a top notch for doing these videos man! Like giving us all the insights and things we don’t see or realise that goes on in the background and man it’s a lot!

[@XLgameBRO]

Easily one of the best channels by a current/former wrestler

[@marchmxdness]

love how he is straight to the point and not stalling. Amazing video

[@travisanderson8305]

The videos of yours I've watched are well done. I appreciate smart people, and I appreciate your interpretation. It is actually cool af how grounded and real you are. Keep it up, my guy. Truly enjoying your videos.

[@adamedison3545]

Hey Maven! I've been watching a few of your videos and it has massively enlightened me on how things are done in the wrestling industry. From how wrestlers perform specific wrestling moves and also how wrestlers draw colour in matches (and for it to only be used by professionals and that none of this should be attempted at home) I've been a subscriber for a while and your channel is both entertaining to watch and very educational. So I just wanted to say thank you for creating this kind of content!

[@Arthimusknight]

Saw your interview with CVV definitely making timeless content. Appreciate you Maven!

[@jthughes3965]

@mavenhuffman you need a podcast. These videos are so well done you coukd definitely kill it in the podcast world.

[@Parallelocam]

Oversaturation is not good for the content he puts out. Keeping it short and sweet and not cranking out too much content ensures the quality remains constant. Just be patient and he will teach you all he wants to over time.

[@shady_the_one]

​@@Parallelocam Dilly Dilly, this is fine

[@cookie49ers]

Love your videos Maven from your perspective of the time you spent as a WWE wrestler.

[@apocratos0174]

Your hooks for other videos, at the end of your videos are on point! Youre a great wwe youtuber my man

[@LimitlessYT10]

I’m only 20 so pretty much when u left the WWE i was like 1 or 2 so I never got to watch you live but man do u seem chill and cool watch all your videos keep up the great content definitely became one of my favorite content creators

[@Big.Stepper.]

You got the elusive gen Z audience, Mav. You made it!

[@syberceraph9201]

He was based back then, he's still based to this day. 100% I bet he's still got his legendary Dropkick.

[@ThunderFist1978]

Maven, thank you for shedding so much light on topics like this! This is probably one of my favorite wrestling related videos.

[@GrumpyGrobbyGamer]

Thank you Maven for being honest about your highs and lows in the WWE. You are a wonderful example to anyone struggling to keep going. Keep helping people keep their heads up and fighting.

[@ANJROTmania]

Oh Maven it hurts me just seeing the numbers gone up.. glad to still you're here! Amazing video!

[@OBrienMagic]

I was always under the impression that the majority of a WWE wrestlers payment came out of merchandise sales. I also heard that Mick Foley was notorious for stretching $100 across the week and expenses… Lol.

[@nobrakes3765]

I am always entertained when I watch. Great job and thanks!

[@bensonnick169]

Been giving this channel love since less than 2k subs...Keep up the content, Maven!

[@mobbingjesusvonnazamett6390]

Maven? I'm not a huge wrestling fan anymore, but your insight and knowledge about the business is just so intriguing. You're such a humble and down to earth guy with so much charisma. Keep doing what you do and I wish you all the best and all the success in the world with this channel!

[@Kevmaster2000]

You should be watching wrestling now, it’s better than it’s been in years.

[@pedrifuma]

​@@Kevmaster2000 nah in my opinion wwe right know it's boring ... let's see what triple h does

[@romuluslives2707]

You're literally answering evey unknown question and telling us SOOOOO much about behind the scenes. We appreciate you Maven

[@MarketFocus]

New subscriber, I’m binge watching all your episodes. I’ve been following your journey since “Tough Enough”. So happy for your success my brutha 🙏🏽

[@Nathan_Talisien]

I love that you're willing to be so open and honest about the nitty-gritty, nuts-and-bolts of daily life in the business... Few other people- regardless of where they are in their career- are as honest and open. 👍

[@RoudrajitSarkar]

Maven, You shared so many stories of your WWE days. Could you share some stories of your TNA run?? BTW, loving your work. Love from india 🇮🇳

[@user-fe8gx3ie5v]

He wrestled in TNA? WTF

[@demonofdeath19]

@@user-fe8gx3ie5v 2006-2007

[@IkeSan]

​@@user-fe8gx3ie5vYeah from 2006-07

[@mariomm9080]

@@user-fe8gx3ie5v he didn`t

[@rezsurfer2808]

he was there what maybe year and only was there for sometimes. They wasn't doing live shows then im sure. It was tv tapings back then im thinking can't remember back that long ago to many chair shots.

[@nitowlman]

$1,900 a week still isn't bad considering most people don't make that much.

[@jahsone7798]

And that's also back then between 2001-2005 so imagine what they get now

[@Cosmosis462]

This is the only form of WWE content i consume unless i accidentally have a kid. I hope you never stop uploading 🤘

[@tannerkongdara484]

One thing I always wondered given the crazy schedule of being in the wwe is when and how you guys are able to workout, would also love to see a workout routine of a wwe wrestler. Great video as always Maven!

[@JoeR203]

You were recently mentioned on Rob Van Dam's podcast. He was asked to tell a Maven story and the only thing he could come up with was something involving Nair hair removal.

[@codesm96]

lol

[@forcesofkanto]

you listed so many expenses and your budget was still so much more than I make in a month as a public school teacher lmfao

[@AD-kv9kj]

Seriously, and teaching, medical and military work are essential to society - these people acting like celebrity wrestling is even remotely important for anything except profiteering entertainment. Entitled people like this have not got a clue about real, difficult and essential work and act like they don't choose to do what they do with their bodies either. These days the second anyone earns a really comfortable living they suddenly start thinking they're supposed to be a millionaire and become so entitled it's unreal. People like this are the ones whiningabout kids being "entitled" yet they are the ones crying that their 90k a year AFTER TAXES is too small. They haven't got a clue about real life, it's really strange.

[@lacksflash]

Wrestlers work non stop destroy their bodies have shortened life spans but hey guys I’m a teacher I’m waiting for the first responder to show up and get his high five

[@CollectingThings]

Supply and demand. Theres a lot of school teachers. Not a lot of pro wrestlers

[@CollectingThings]

@@AD-kv9kjlol thats not how economics work. Wwe is was private company

[@ValentinFlambe]

@@AD-kv9kj crabs in a bucket mentality

[@josh0253]

I personally dont watch wrestling nowadays other than what i see from instagram and tik tok clips occasionally but i still watch all your content. Youve definitely got a good formula going

[@TnTBLACK95]

You forgot the “supplements”. Depending on your size, genetics, etc., that could be $500 a week.

[@robertr510]

Being 1099 it's all tax deductible

[@CentennialCripple]

It took me a while to get into the video, because I had to keep replaying that first move you did on Kurt Angle. Nice!

[@pladampa]

You're killing it Maven. Really like the videos. I'd say bars if you go to them, they kill money.

[@deanfish-jr6xv]

You still earned a lot of money

[@frusciantegeartone]

Y’all don’t know how to save 😮

[@patrickrogers02]

Yo man, met you in Philly tonight. Told ya I love your videos and Vince is crazy lol. Keep up the great work bro and thanks for being a cool ass dude!

[@SaD_kNiFeYT]

Thank you for making these videos, Maven!❤

[@aksabz]

Not much considering what you guys put your body through

[@Rico0star]

1 minute club

[@Just_Me187]

bet your boy friends not happy about that minute man

[@GREATSCOT1984]

Good to see someone doing well after wrestling everyone has their ups in down in life but im glad your doing good .... keep up the content 👍

[@Pvbigred]

Love your insights man. Keep it up.

[@AD-kv9kj]

Dude, these are the exact same financial issues EVERYONE has to deal with with every job, and $7600 a month is $91,200 per year...after taxes and all expenses... What exactly about that massive wage is not good enough for you? Everyone saying people in other professions, ones that are vital to society and many of which are also extremely taxing on the mind as well as body from medical professions to sewage workers and the military, chose those jobs and therefore should just accept the wage they get...what? Like wrestlers didn't just choose to go into wrestling and do what they do to their bodies? Also acting like wrestling is so important to society when it's completely unimportant. I'd honestly take some of these replies I'm seeing throughout the comments section here more seriously if you weren't showing utter disdain and disrespect for the many tens of millions of Americans who run themselves ragged working some of the hardest jobs in the world that are absolutely necessary for society and they can never even earn half of what these people do however long or hard they work in those professions. If aaall the other far more valuable and difficult jobs were also paid higher then I'd take you seriously, but a lot of you are showing your true colors on here, complete and unpatriotic disrespect to so many other professions while wrestlers on $150-200k plus enormous expenses act so entitled and hard-done-by. Most of us can't even dream about earning $160k plus AS WELL AS $80k a year just for expenses! You also, through benefits of having such a job, are also then able to make money from your fame with social media also...again which most of us cannot do, to make a youtube channel etc and gain hundreds of thousands of subs and regular views takes a ton of creativity from scratch and a lot of luck with popular trends and algortithms to ever earn anything from. Get a realitycheck yourself pal, you have it easy and you need to appreciate that.

[@lacksflash]

That’s not that much money when you factor in the short life span and massive body damage most wrestlers have

[@AD-kv9kj]

@@lacksflash It's an enormous amount of money, and wrestlers are pampered in comparison to all kinds of other far more dangerous and also far more difficult and stressful jobs that are paid a tiny fraction of this. Stop it, you guys aredelusional and frankly this is the epitome of "entitled", especially when there are guys in special forces earning half that much (at the very most) and I'd love to see you lot go and try to lecture them about how poor celebrity wrestlers have it tough... Just wow.

[@DYFLProductions]

@@lacksflash What you talking about?? $160k plus $80k in expenses a year is huge!

[@lacksflash]

⁠@@AD-kv9kjso because they chose a lower paying profession I should feel bad I’m a truck driver even I made 127k last year most wrestlers die young or can barely walk by 40 living on pain pills pretty sure they’ve earned it

[@AD-kv9kj]

​@@lacksflash So special forces operators, for one tiny example, chose that job so have to accept the wage and danger...yet celebrity wrestlers chose their job and somehow are entitled to millions for less danger? I'll say it again, you aredelusional or pushing some agenda corruptly, either way nothing you say makes any sense and your disdain for people doing real work isdisgusting and unpatriotic.

[@basedjj93]

Lookin healthy mave! Keep up the good work great content! Plz keep being creative with your vids!

[@devanshouse5027]

I love how informative Maven is in these videos!

[@OneDayOfPiece]

Maven thank you for another great video, I really enjoy your vídeos, here for the road to 1 million subscribers 🙏

[@pwnage826]

Damn, I was glued to the TV when the first Tough Enough was on MTV. I’m glad Maven is doing good and generating great informative vids about the business. We need one last run in the WWE

[@booman3138]

Wow i learn something new every video. Thank you Maven

[@mikeyp2277]

You are a natural KZbinr, great channel.

[@paulguglielmini1023]

I really enjoy mavens videos they r informative and entertaining and he does an awesome job articulating his thoughts!! Maven much respect!

[@justin3dwin170]

Maven ur so dope for this I always wondered about all of this and now I can just come to your channel to find out about all the insiders on the wwe I’ve always thought about !__!

[@AussiePrisonStories]

Hey Maven, I'm A New Subscriber From Sydney Australia And I Loved Watching You In The Ring And Now I Enjoy Watching Your Channel. ML&R

[@cagVS]

Hey your videos are great and i really enjoy watching them. I also enjoyed your interviews with Chris Van Vilet. Oh, and you're a good wrestler too hahha.

[@Junior13113]

Hey, Maven, I really love hearing your stories about your time in WWE, and I'd really love to hear about who was riding around with who on the road, during your time there, or some of the spots you and the boys would often go to.

[@bamfordblue6853]

Awesome video Maven! Still subbed, still loving the content!

[@iasknoonewithkevin]

Another quality upload, brotha.

[@AlexBrovo]

This is great insight and also a great reminder for me to remain sober. It’s too expensive to get tuned up!

[@bocephus0305]

Enjoy your content brother. Never seen a wrestler as real and discuss the life in wWe like you.

[@nuduce123]

I love how you are honest and not self promoting. Very humble. Not just a great wrestling channel but an awesome all around one. Keep up the great work. Very enjoyable.

[@lancecarter5722]

Thank you for going through this. I have friends in this line if work and it reminds me what they are getting out if the work they do

[@CosmicTron]

Maven in the words of Sheamus this video is another Banger! after Banger after Banger. keep up the great content this is very informational stuff of what people can expect before they decide on becoming a wrestler.

[@DomCim]

Your financial presentation method is simply the best. I'm going to use that style from here on.

[@tomsensale2104]

met you at a wrestling event in NJ few years ago, great guy, super nice and easy to talk to!

[@HugoPerez-rj5cm]

Man those $100 bills are so nice and crisp!!!! By the way, great content man!!! Keep it up!!!

[@D_AshProject]

That new YT money fresh out the bank

[@frontstreetdon6398]

65k views in only a few hours is crazy! Keep it up Maven!

[@jonathanbrunner5202]

I really believe you’d make a great commentator. Even a podcast. You’ve very talented and it’s very noticeable.

[@certifiedchaos4643]

Maven I’ve stumbled across your videos. And I want to say it’s dope and I’m now training ti become a legit pro wrestler

[@calebrobinette8433]

Love your videos Mave!

[@Gorene]

This video kind of put into perspective some of the stories I heard about Randy Savage and how guys would rib him about being cheap. Makes a lot more sense with the breakdown.

[@jarnold420ja]

Bout time! Love your videos

[@adams9848]

Love this video. I'm a sub contractor and I made the mistake when younger of telling people my gross pay from projects. 33-40% is an average take home. Many of them thought I was hiding money from them when rejecting lending or giving them cash.

[@Leoshaun9292]

I absolutely love this channel ❤❤!! I wish maven still wrestled ‼️‼️