Our source lists prize money for the top 11 finishers only, so the rest of the field isn't shown.
Jack Nicklaus finished -16 and took 20% of the purse. That $50,000 is worth about $336,903 in 2026 dollars.
How the 1974 Tournament Players Championship purse was split
Every finisher with a recorded payout, in finishing order.
1974 Tournament Players Championship prize money for every player
Final positions and prize money.
| Pos | Player | To par | Last year | Prize money |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jack Nicklaus | -16 | $50,000 | |
| 2 | J. C. Snead | -14 | $28,500 | |
| 3 | Bruce Crampton | -12 | $17,750 | |
| 4 | Gene Littler | -11 | $11,750 | |
| 5 | Lou Graham | -10 | $10,250 | |
| T6 | Hubert Green | -9 | $8,500 | |
| T6 | Bob Murphy | -9 | $8,500 | |
| 8 | Dave Hill | -8 | $7,375 | |
| T9 | Buddy Allin | -7 | $6,250 | |
| T9 | Charles Coody | -7 | $6,250 | |
| T9 | Eddie Pearce | -7 | $6,250 |
Tournament Players Championship winner's share over time
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1974 Tournament Players Championship payout FAQ
How much did the winner of the 1974 Tournament Players Championship get?
Jack Nicklaus won $50,000 from a $250,000 purse.
What was the 1974 Tournament Players Championship purse?
$250,000.