How much does Sarah Thomas get paid?

Sarah Thomas is the highest paid female referee bringing in close to $250,000 per year as an NFL official.

How much does an NFL referee make?

It is also important to note that the quoted figure of $205,000 per year is the average for officials, not just the recognized NFL head referees. Therefore, the average salary for NFL refs could be slightly higher.

Who is the only female NFL referee?

That would be Sarah Thomas. Thomas became the first full-time female NFL official in 2015. Six years later in 2021, Thomas became the first female official to work a Super Bowl, when the Kansas City Chiefs battled the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

What did Sarah Thomas do before NFL?

Thomas, who played basketball in college, is no stranger to breaking down barriers; she has been a pioneer for her entire officiating career. Prior to reaching full time status in the NFL, Thomas officiated NFL preseason games, worked in professional training camps and attended several officiating clinics.