Let’s talk about Joaquin Buckley. Have you seen this guy fight? The UFC’s welterweight division has had its fair share of standout performances, but Buckley’s raw power and brutal knockouts make him a serious contender for the spotlight. But here’s the question: how much is he making for all of this? With ‘New Mansa’s explosive performances and growing popularity, you would like to imagine his bank account looking pretty good, right?

Well, we will take a look at his bank balance, but it’s important to note that he’s got perhaps the biggest career fight coming up. At UFC Atlanta, Joaquin Buckley goes one-on-one against former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman. But before we get to that fight this weekend, here’s what we know about Buckley’s net worth.

Joaquin Buckley’s 2025 net worth & endorsements

So, what’s the scoop on ‘New Mansa’s’ net worth in 2025? According to multiple sources, Buckley’s estimated net worth hovers around $2.5 million. Not bad for a fighter, right? But what’s interesting is how this 31-year-old is making money, besides just throwing punches in the cage. He’s been collaborating with various brands on his social media, and in 2023, he teamed up with PureFuel (a hydration drink brand) to get the word out ahead of his UFC Fight Night: Dawson vs. Green appearance.

The welterweight star also has a deal with wellness brand, ReAthlete, and the list is only going to grow as he gets more fights under his belt. Add to that his website, where he’s promoting his brand, and you’ve got a fighter who is thinking outside the Octagon to boost his earnings. It’s not all about fighting for him; it’s about securing those sponsorships and endorsements. And when you think about it, isn’t that what every UFC athlete should be doing?

With Buckley’s solid social media following, the 170-pounder is positioning himself as more than just a fighter. He’s becoming a brand, which, as we’ve seen with fighters like Conor McGregor, can be a game-changer for your wallet. But what drives others is getting the information about the money a fighter makes when they fight in the UFC. So, let’s dig into those details regarding Joaquin Buckley.

How much does Joaquin Buckley earn? UFC payout & career earnings

For his fight against Andre Fialho at UFC Fight Night Dern vs. Hill in May 2023, Buckley walked away with a solid $260,000 after a brutal TKO victory. That’s made up of a $150,000 base salary, a $100,000 win bonus, and another $10,000 in sponsorships. His UFC 282 middleweight bout against Chris Curtis in 2022 made him richer by $60,000, which shows how much his profile has been growing since then.

But perhaps the biggest payout that Joaquin Buckley has earned so far was in the fight against Colby Covington. ‘New Mansa’ put on an absolute beating on ‘Chaos’, who’d lose the fight via TKO after the ringside doctor deemed him unable to continue. For that fight, Buckley took home a reported $500,000 for his win. Before that fight, the 31-year-old’s biggest payout was at UFC 307, where he walked away with $311,000 after knocking out veteran Stephen Thompson. 

When it comes to his fight this weekend, Joaquin Buckley is likely to make around the same amount as he did in his last fight since he’s headlining UFC on ESPN 69. With Fighters like Alex Pereira pulling in millions, Buckley’s reported $500,000 payday is certainly impressive, but there’s potential for even more. How much do you think ‘New Mansa’ will take home after his fight against Kamaru Usman? Let us know in the comments down below.