The 2026 U.S. Open features the largest purse in championship history. Here's how much money is on the line at Shinnecock Hills.

U.S. Open prize purse raised by USGA to $22.5 million for 2026. Champion gets $4.5 million at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club.

The winner at Shinnecock Hills will claim $4.5 million for the year’s third major. Here are 18 more numbers to know about the 2026 U.S. Open.

In April, prize money at Augusta National surpassed the U.S. Open with a $1.5 million bump over the 2025 Masters.