The Kansas City Royals have a total MLB payroll of $145,164,444 for the 2026 season.
Where Do the Royals Rank in MLB Payroll for 2026?
According to Spotrac, the Royals are 17th in total MLB payroll this season.
Here’s a look at where the Royals have ranked in total payroll in recent years:
- 2025: $133,630,058 (19th)
- 2024: $122,566,873 (20th)
- 2023: $95,596,347 (23rd)
- 2022: $92,613,711 (24th)
- 2021: $91,595,545 (22nd)
Who Makes the Most Money on the Royals in 2026?
Seth Lugo makes the most money on the Royals in 2026 with a salary of $21,500,000.
Lugo, who was a popular target at last year’s trade deadline, signed a two-year, $46 million extension to stay in Kansas City.
Highest-Paid Royals Players in 2026
| Rank | Player | 2026 Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seth Lugo | $21.5 million |
| 2 | Michael Wacha | $18 million |
| 3 | Bobby Witt Jr. | $14.1 million |
| 4 | Salvador Perez | $12.5 million |
| 5 | Carlos Estevez | $10.1 million |
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