Michael Chandler Net Worth, UFC contract, Endorsements and House

Michael Chandler is one of the most exciting lightweight fighters in the UFC. Let's take a look at his net worth, and salary.


Michael Chandler Net Worth, UFC contract, Endorsements and House

Michael Chandler has a decent net worth (Image via Instagram)

Michael Chandler has amassed a decent net worth from his time as an mixed martial artist. The American fighter started competing in MMA from 2009. Over 15 years, he has won three world titles and remains one of the most entertaining fighters on the planet. His instinct to throw haymakers at his opponents all the time remains his signature moment.

Michael Chandler was born on April 24, 1986, in High Ridge, Missouri, United States. He came into MMA with a background as an amateur wrestler in college. He has competed in the welterweight and the lightweight division in his career. Find out more details about the net worth, salaries and other details regarding ‘Iron’ Michael Chandler.

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Michael Chandler Net Worth 2024

Michael Chandler’s net worth is estimated to be around $6 million in 2023. “Iron Mike” has been in the sport of MMA for a long time. Chandler is currently one of the biggest lightweights in the world. He was a former Bellator lightweight champion and is now aiming for gold in the UFC.

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Michael Chandler hoping to break MSG curse with victory over Charles Oliveira
Michael Chandler (Image via Open Source)

The American lightweight fought 23 times in Bellator. That is where he made a chunk of his money. Chandler has only fought in UFC a few times and will compete in his sixth bout at UFC 309. The net worth he has amassed comes from his fights, endorsements, and to an extent his YouTube channel.

Michael Chandler UFC salary

The American fighter earned a couple of millions during his time in Bellator. However, the exact amount remains undisclosed. Chandler joined the UFC in 2020 and fought at UFC 257 against Dan Hooker. His first fight in the UFC got him a total of $303,500. The victory over Hooker enabled him to compete for the lightweight championship.

Michael Chandler net worth
Michael Chandler and Charles Oliveira (Image via Open Source)

UFC 262 saw Chandler fight Charles Oliveira for the title. He earned around $282,500 for the title bout. Soon after, he faced Justin Gaethje at MSG. Despite losing the bout, ‘Iron’ earned $404,000 from the fight. He rebounded against Tony Ferguson at UFC 274 and earned around $574,000 for the spectacular knockout.

His biggest payday comes from his lightweight fight against Dustin Poirier at UFC 281. Chandler took home a total of $760,000 despite the submission loss. Now, UFC 309 will see him rematch Oliveira to avenge his first UFC loss. He will likely earn a decent paycheck for his upcoming fight as well.

Michael Chandler Brand Deals and Endorsements

‘Iron’ Chandler is a sponsored fighter of 10X Health, which specializes in personalized wellness for optimal performance. He has also partnered with 1st Phorm to promote their protein products. Chandler has also partnered up with Hiatus Tequila brand from December 2023.

Michael Chandler tweets about Dan Hooker's win at UFC 305
Michael Chandler at weigh in (Image via Imago)

Furthermore, the UFC star has the Monster Energy sponsorship as well. He regularly promotes the products to his Instagram followers. From late 2022 to November 2024, Chandler didn’t compete at all. The brand deals and endorsements certainly paid dividends for the UFC star.

Michael Chandler House and Cars

Chandler was raised in Missouri and enrolled in the University of Missouri. However, the American lightweight decided to settle down in Nashville, Tennessee. His house is pretty big, but exact details like price remains unknown.

Michael Chandler at his home with his family
Michael Chandler at his home with his family (Image via Instagram/YouTube)

As for cars, Chandler has yet to showcase his car collection. Most UFC stars has at least a couple of cars lying around in their garage. It appears Chandler is known for high-octane fights inside the octagon, not high-octane action outside of it.