The winning jockey of the 2024 Kentucky Derby earned approximately $310,000. This amount represents about 10% of the total winner's purse of $3.1 million from the record $5 million total purse for the race. Typically, the purse is split with 80% going to the horse owner, 10% to the trainer, and 10% to the jockey. From the jockey's share, portions are further distributed to the jockey's agent and valet, leaving the jockey with around 70% of that $310,000 before taxes, roughly $217,000

. In summary:

• Total purse for 2024 Kentucky Derby: $5 million
• Winner's share: $3.1 million
• Winning jockey's share (10%): $310,000
• Jockey's approximate net after agent and valet cuts: ~$217,000 before taxes

This payout structure was consistent for the 2024 race and remains the same for 2025.