The 20 Formula 1 Drivers and Their Salaries in 2025 – Ranked from Lowest to Highest

Five rookies are joining the Formula 1 grid this season, leading to a significant reduction in salary costs compared to 2024, when several high-profile and highly paid drivers lost their seats. Although the 2025 season has yet to begin, we have analyzed and compared all available sources to provide the most accurate salary estimates. Here is a ranking of all 20 F1 drivers in 2025, from the lowest to the highest earners (excluding bonuses).

Isack Hadjar – $1,000,000

The young Racing Bulls driver starts his F1 journey with a $1,000,000 salary. The Frenchman has a lot to prove in the highly competitive field.

Oliver Bearman – $1,000,000

Haas' young British talent Oliver Bearman earns $1,000,000 in his debut F1 season. The rookie has a promising career ahead as he steps onto the biggest stage in motorsport. He has raced in a single Grand Prix, but it was in a Ferrari. Now, he faces the challenge of impressing in a Haas.

Jack Doohan – $2,000,000

Alpine’s promising talent, Jack Doohan, earns $2,000,000 in 2025 as he works to establish himself in Formula 1.

Gabriel Bortoleto – $2,000,000

The Sauber/Audi driver enters the grid with $2,000,000. If he manages to perform, a better contract is surely waiting for him in the near future.

Yuki Tsunoda – $3,000,000

Yuki Tsunoda continues driving for Racing Bulls, earning $3,000,000 in 2025. The Japanese driver aims to further prove his consistency and skill on the grid. Yuki is undoubtedly disappointed that he didn’t secure the seat at Red Bull Racing, and there are signs that this might be his final season with Racing Bulls.

Esteban Ocon – $3,000,000

Esteban Ocon, now representing Haas, earns $3,000,000 in 2025. The French driver brings experience and determination to his new team, which is once again striving to make the leap from the back to the midfield of the Formula 1 grid. Will this be the year for Haas and Ocon?

Liam Lawson – $3,000,000

Liam Lawson now drives for Red Bull Racing with a $3,000,000 salary. The New Zealander is on track to prove his worth among F1’s elite, and he has already impressed, leading to him being chosen over Yuki Tsunoda for the seat at Red Bull.

Kimi Antonelli – $3,000,000

Mercedes’ rising star, Kimi Antonelli, earns $3,000,000 in his rookie season. A significant cost-saving for Mercedes, but also enormous shoes for Antonelli to fill, as he takes over the seat of Formula 1 icon Lewis Hamilton.

Lance Stroll – $3,000,000

The Aston Martin driver maintains his $3,000,000 salary – Considering his results in previous seasons, one might question whether he’s truly worth it for his father’s team.

Oscar Piastri – $5,000,000

McLaren’s Oscar Piastri continues his F1 journey with a $5,000,000 salary, aiming to further solidify his place in the sport. Could a well-deserved salary increase at McLaren be on the horizon for Piastri after his impressive 2024 season?

Nico Hülkenberg – $5,000,000

After his move from Haas to Sauber/Audi, Nico Hülkenberg is expected to earn $5,000,000 per year. The German driver finished the final part of the season for Haas on a high note.

Pierre Gasly – $10,000,000

Alpine’s Pierre Gasly earns $10,000,000 in 2025. The former Grand Prix winner remains a strong competitor in the midfield battle.

Carlos Sainz Jr. – $10,000,000

Carlos Sainz finished strong for Ferrari but will now be driving for Williams. This move also comes with a pay cut, as Sainz is now expected to earn around $10,000,000.

George Russell – $18,000,000

Mercedes’ George Russell continues to impress, earning $18,000,000 in 2025 as he challenges for wins and podiums. Can he take the step to the front of the grid now that he can step out of Hamilton’s shadow?

Lando Norris – $20,000,000

McLaren’s charismatic driver receives $20,000,000, making him one of the top-paid young stars on the grid. Lando looks like one of the strongest contenders to challenge Max Verstappen. Will the 2025 season be the year Lando Norris wins his first championship?

Fernando Alonso – $24,000,000

Aston Martin’s veteran superstar Fernando Alonso earns $24,000,000. At 43 years old, he’s still formidable behind the wheel. But is he worth the salary?

Charles Leclerc – $34.000.000

Charles Leclerc races for Ferrari with an impressive salary of $34.000.000.

Lewis Hamilton – $45.000.000

Lewis Hamilton is expected to take a slight pay cut following his move to Ferrari. Going forward, he can still look forward to banking approximately $50,000,000 per year.

Max Verstappen – $60,000,000

The reigning world champion and Red Bull Racing superstar tops the list with a jaw-dropping $60,000,000 salary, solidifying his dominance in the sport.