The salary of a professional cyclist can range from zero (roughly 25% of female riders) to almost $6 million. A professional cyclist’s salary is primarily based on their win rate, potential, gender, popularity, and marketability.

The UCI, the world’s governing body for cycling, requires teams to pay at least the minimum wage to the riders they sign. Teams that belong to the top level, so-called World Tour teams, must pay the cyclist at least €60,000 ($65,000).

The salary of a professional cyclist varies considerably depending on their category and performance. In the ProTeam category, which is like a second division, the minimum salary is approximately 32,000 euros per year. This is what a rider at the ProTour level would earn, allowing them to live comfortably without needing another job.