Astros Payroll 2026: Total MLB Salary & Highest-Paid Players

Houston Astros' Jose Altuve runs up the first base line after hitting a double during the third inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers Sunday, May 22, 2022, in Houston.
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The Houston Astros have a total tax payroll of $234,946,527 for the 2026 season.

Where Do the Astros Rank in MLB Payroll for 2026?

According to Spotrac, the Astros are 10th in total tax payroll this season.

Here’s a look at where the Astros have ranked in total payroll in recent years:

  • 2025: $245,991,459 (eighth)
  • 2024: $264,759,503 (sixth)
  • 2023: $226,272,705 (11th)
  • 2022: $210,686,230 (ninth)
  • 2021: $206,641,209 (seventh)

Who Makes the Most Money on the Astros in 2026?

Jose Altuve makes the most money on the Astros in 2026 with a salary of $25,000,000.

Highest-Paid Astros Players in 2026

RankPlayer2026 Salary
1Jose Altuve$25 million
2Carlos Correa$21.2 million
3Christian Walker$20 million
4Yordan Alvarez$19.2 million
5Josh Hader$19 million

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Shane Thurston is a Web Content Writer for BetMGM, covering MLB and NBA. After graduating from the University of Kansas, his previous stops include MLB.com, Lawrence Journal-World, Manhattan Mercury, Bet Chicago Sports, WynnBET, and Sportsbook Review.

Shane Thurston is a Web Content Writer for BetMGM, covering MLB and NBA. After graduating from the University of Kansas, his previous stops include MLB.com, Lawrence Journal-World, Manhattan Mercury, Bet Chicago Sports, WynnBET, and Sportsbook Review.