AFL umpires are reported to make around $150,000 per year for Grand Final umpires, which includes their salary for the season and finals matches. The exact pay for umpiring a single Grand Final game isn't explicitly detailed, but umpires receive match payments on top of their annual earnings, which can include significant bonuses for finals and Grand Finals. Regular senior umpires earn around $100,000 annually, while the Grand Final umpires' compensation is roughly at the $150,000 mark per season including finals.
The fee structure for 2025 umpiring fees shows payments for different roles but does not specify exact Grand Final match fees per umpire. Match payments vary by umpire type and position.
In summary, while a specific Grand Final match fee for umpires is not publicly detailed, the season total pay for umpires selected for the Grand Final is approximately $150,000, inclusive of finals match payments.
