NFL ref makes from $ 25,000 to $ 70,000 a season , working mostly Sundays . That cash comes with responsibilities , though . Comment: MLB.com says umpires get about $ 120,000 when they start out in the big league . NBA refs earn anywhere from $ 100,000 to $ 300,000 for an 82-game season .
NFL ref makes from $ 25,000 to $ 70,000 a season , working mostly Sundays . Comment: MLB.com says umpires get about $ 120,000 when they start out in the big league . NBA refs earn anywhere from $ 100,000 to $ 300,000 for an 82-game season .