Approximate salary budgets of the top CS2 teams have been revealed. The figures are not official — they are estimates based on conversations with industry insiders and reflect monthly spending on players only.
Falcons spend the most, with an estimated $240,000–260,000 per month. The organization has effectively set a new financial benchmark for CS2, assembling a roster built to compete for titles at every tournament.
Vitality are close behind with a budget of around $210,000–230,000. These investments are paying off, as the team continues to dominate the scene and win the biggest events.
Liquid and FaZe spend noticeably less, but still remain firmly in tier 1. Liquid operate like a team with maximum ambitions, while FaZe maintain a balance between star contracts and roster depth.
Spirit and NAVI are estimated to spend $120,000–140,000 per month. Both organizations focus not only on money, but also on long-term structure and player development.
MOUZ, FURIA, and Astralis work within more restrained budgets, aiming to compete through management and systems rather than top-end salaries.
The MongolZ stand out in particular — with a budget of just $40,000–50,000, they remain one of the most efficient teams in CS2, consistently challenging far wealthier opponents.
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