How Much Does An NFL Cheerleader Make?

Last Modified Sep 19, 2023 10:38 GMT

An NFL cheerleader is a person who performs dance routines and cheers at NFL games, community events, and other public appearances. They are in charge of entertaining spectators, marketing the team, and representing the NFL brand.

An NFL cheerleader's particular responsibilities vary depending on the club, but they include the:

Pre-game introductions, halftime entertainment, and post-game festivities at home games

Participating in community activities and charitable functions

Attending public events such as autograph signings and meet-and-greets.

Modeling team memorabilia

Keeping up a high level of physical fitness

Observing the team's dress and appearance standards

NFL cheerleaders are expected to be strong advocates for their club and the NFL in addition to their performance obligations. They are often requested to make speeches and interviews, and they are expected to represent the team favorably.

NFL cheerleaders normally earn a low wage, but they may also get perks such as reimbursement for travel fees, housing aid, and free game tickets. The actual amount of remuneration varies with every club.

Cheerleading in the NFL is a difficult yet rewarding experience. Cheerleaders must be physically active, have great dancing and cheering talents, and be able to positively represent their team.

Cheerleaders for the Minnesota Vikings
Cheerleaders for the Minnesota Vikings. Via Instagram

NFL cheerleader’s salary

The typical NFL cheerleader wage is $150 each game day and $50–75 per appearance. This averages $22,500/year. Professional cheerleaders' salaries vary based on things like:

The team they support: Dallas Cowboys and New England Patriots cheerleaders are more renowned and earn more.

Their knowledge: Cheerleaders with greater experience earn more.

Their appearance: Taller, leaner cheerleaders earn more than shorter, heavier ones.

Their performing skills: Better dancers and more sophisticated routines earn more.

NFL cheerleaders may earn perks alongside their salary:

Travel costs: Teams may reimburse cheerleaders for away game travel.

lodgings assistance: Some teams help non-local cheerleaders find lodgings.

Free home game tickets: Cheerleaders usually get free tickets.

Other benefits: Some clubs provide product discounts or team amenities.

NFL cheerleader salaries are lower than some imagine. Remember that cheering is a part-time profession, and most cheerleaders work or attend school full-time. Cheerleading for their favorite team in a friendly and entertaining setting is worth more than the pay for many cheerleaders.

FAQs

A. NFL cheerleaders get $150 every game day and $50–75 per public appearance. This averages $22,500/year. 

A. Being at least 18 years old, a high school graduate or equivalent, having great dancing and cheering talents, being in good physical shape, having a positive attitude and going personality, and representing the team well.

A. Pre-game introductions, halftime shows, and post-game celebrations at home games; community events and charity functions; autograph signings and meet-and-greets; modeling team merchandise; maintaining a high level of physical fitness; and following the team's dress code and standards.

A. The long hours and rigorous schedule, high physical fitness requirements, tight dress code and appearance standards, pressure to maintain a favorable public image, and possibility for harassment or exploitation.

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