Buick Open prize money at a glance
This page covers 9 editions of the Buick Open, 2001–2009. Its purse went from $3,100,000 in 2001 to $5,100,000 in 2009, 1.6 times as much, or 1.4 times after inflation. In 2009 the winner took 18% of the purse: $918,000. The lowest winning score on record is -25, by Kenny Perry in 2001. Players who have won it more than once: Tiger Woods (3), Kenny Perry (2), Vijay Singh (2). Tiger Woods has earned the most here: $3,305,800 from 6 starts and 3 wins.
Buick Open purse by year
What 10th place paid at the Buick Open
A strong finish that isn't a win, year by year.
Who has earned the most at the Buick Open
Buick Open champions and purses
Multiple winners: Tiger Woods (3), Kenny Perry (2), Vijay Singh (2).
| Year | Champion | To par | Purse | Winner's share | In 2026 dollars | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Tiger Woods | -20 | $5,100,000 | $918,000 | $1,421,660 | 2009 |
| 2008 | Kenny Perry | -19 | $5,000,000 | $900,000 | $1,388,829 | 2008 |
| 2007 | Brian Bateman | -15 | $4,900,000 | $882,000 | $1,413,304 | 2007 |
| 2006 | Tiger Woods | -24 | $4,800,000 | $864,000 | $1,423,956 | 2006 |
| 2005 | Vijay Singh | -24 | $4,600,000 | $828,000 | $1,408,646 | 2005 |
| 2004 | Vijay Singh | -23 | $4,500,000 | $810,000 | $1,424,776 | 2004 |
| 2003 | Jim Furyk | -21 | $4,000,000 | $720,000 | $1,300,374 | 2003 |
| 2002 | Tiger Woods | -17 | $3,300,000 | $594,000 | $1,097,162 | 2002 |
| 2001 | Kenny Perry | -25 | $3,100,000 | $558,000 | $1,047,014 | 2001 |
Buick Open prize money FAQ
How much does the winner of the Buick Open get?
In 2009 the winner received $918,000 from a $5,100,000 purse.
What is the biggest Buick Open payout ever?
$918,000 to Tiger Woods in 2009.
Who has won the Buick Open the most?
Tiger Woods, with 3 wins between 2001 and 2009.