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Rachel And Gabby Will Make *A Lot* From Being On 'The Bachelorette'

Photo credit: Frank Micelotta - Getty Images
Photo credit: Frank Micelotta - Getty Images


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Being The Bachelorette is a huge responsibility. There are weeks of filming, dozens of dates to go on, drama to deal with, champagne to drink, and much more. But, it's all worth it in the end, because love...and a more than decent paycheck. The Bachelorette does have a better relationship track record than The Bachelor. But, even if the leading lady doesn't get that Neil Lane sparkler or lasting romance, they still make a lot of money.

The actual salaries The Bachelor and The Bachelorette leads earned (and contestants on Bachelor in Paradise) have been a big mystery, until recently. A few members of Bachelor Nation shared how many zeroes actually appear on their paychecks on a podcast. Curious to know how much The Bachelorette makes or what a beach vacay in Paradise adds up to?

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Here's everything to know about what Gabby Windey, Rachel Recchia, Michelle Young, Katie Thurston, and other contestants can earn on their journey to find love:

Each Bachelorette likely earns six figures.

Early Bachelorettes didn't make much, since the show wasn't as popular then. But for the past few seasons, the average Bachelorette has made around $100,000 per season, Fox Business reports. But that number can vary, like when season 8's Emily Maynard negotiated her salary all the way up to $250,000—a hefty chunk of change.

How much does Gabby Windey make, and what is her net worth?

If you've done your Bachelorette season 19 research, you'll know that Gabby Windey is a Jill of many trades. And while her salary is currently unknown, fans want to know what this historic dual-bach season means for its leading ladies.

As for her net worth, it's hard to tell for certain what the final tally is, but there are several factors at play. For starters, Gabby worked as an ICU nurse at the University of Colorado hospital, per her LinkedIn page. That job alone brings in a yearly salary around $132,000, per Zip Recruiter. Add the baseline pay of what most bachelorettes make, and that leaves her at somewhere around $230,000 or more.

Fun fact: Gabby was also a pro-cheerleader for the Denver Broncos. However, that job doesn't actually pay. On the bright side, Gabby's net worth will probably shoot up during and after The Bachelorette airs thanks to new brand and social media influencing deals. Plus, she's already got a head start after appearing as a finalist on The Bachelor season 26.

How much does Rachel Recchia make, and what is her net worth?

Similar to her co-star, Rachel Recchia is also assumed to be making at least $100,000 from the show. She also will reap the benefits of brand deals and social media influencing that she started building after her appearance as a finalist on The Bachelor season 26.

Rachel is also a commercial pilot, but it's not clear who, exactly, employs her. Depending on her level, she could be making anywhere from $39,430 to $147,240, although the average salary is about $77,000, per Career Match. So, Rachel's net worth is also up in the air. Literally.

Bachelorettes make more than Bachelors do.

Jason Tartick (Kaitlyn Bristowe's fiancè!) and Dean Unglert got together on Jason's podcast, Trading Secrets, to share their salaries from The Bachelor. While neither guy actually went on to become a Bachelor, Dean says he was offered $75,000 to be on season 22. Jason had a slightly higher offer of $100,000 to be on season 23, per People. (His fellow contestants Colton Underwood and Blake Horstmann were also offered that much, btw, per Page Six.)

"These are things that Dean and I have talked about over and over and over again in the past. But for some reason, maybe we’re just not asked, or most people don’t feel comfortable because of the stigma of talking about money and addressing it," Jason said.

Bachelor and Bachelorette contestants don't get paychecks.

Jason and Dean confirmed that Bachelor and Bachelorette contestants don't make any money for their appearances. They actually end up paying a lot to be on the show, though. Previous contestants have opened up about spending big bucks on wardrobe, makeup, hair, and other expenses, all while taking a break from their jobs.

Contestants do get paid to be on Bachelor in Paradise.

There may not be paychecks for contestants on The Bachelor and The Bachelorette, but the cast gets paid by the day (!!) to appear on Bachelor in Paradise. Yep, they get paid to play on the beach. They can earn between $7,000 to $15,000 per season, according to Fox Business.

"They hit me up, and they're like, 'Hey, do you want to do Bachelor in Paradise, this other show?" Dean revealed on the podcast. "It pays $400 bucks a day, and you could be there for up to 30 days, or something like that,' So I was like, 'Oh, yeah, great. $400 a day, 30 days, $12,000, that's fantastic.'"

These numbers are also up for negotiation between cast members and producers. "They’re like, ‘Well, you should get more money because you’re kind of like the guy coming off the show… you’re who they want most from your season to go to ‘Paradise,’ minus like [runner-up] Peter [Kraus], obviously,'" Jason said about his friends encouraging him to ask for a higher salary.

He worked his way up to $600 a day with a $5,000 guarantee in case he was "sent home the first week" before ultimately deciding not to go on the show. That makes self-eliminations all the more significant.

But the money doesn't end when the shows do.

Just because the cameras stop rolling doesn't mean the cash stops flowing. It's exactly the opposite for the big personalities. Contestants can use their newfound fame to secure lucrative sponsorships, brand deals, and more.

For an Instagram post, a company might pay up to $10,000, depending on how many followers the person has, per Fox Business. There are also opportunities to appear on other TV shows (Dancing With the Stars, anyone?), launch podcasts, and commercials. So basically, the price you pay to be on one or two seasons of a franchise can set you up for some serious earning potential down the line.

Sometimes, fans even chip in directly. In Natasha Parker's case, after a brutal breakup with Brendan Morais aired on Bachelor in Paradise season 7, fans started sending her money on Venmo. They went overboard, so she had to ask them to stop. In an Instagram Story, Natasha politely set viewers straight and explained that, while she appreciated their support, she wouldn't be taking any of the cash.

"Y'all crazy," she said. "Don't send me any more Venmos." She added that "I'm very happy for you guys and your support. That is funds enough—I don't want to take anybody's money."

All of this means there's a good chance this season of The Bachelorette won't be the last time Gabby and Rachel grace your screens—so keep an eye out for them.

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