Jockey Salary & Earnings in US Flat Racing: What to Expect

Question
hello sir.
what is the salary of a thoroughbred flat racing jockey in USA? what about their mount fee?

Answer
The Jockey fee is different from track to track. Usually it's from $50 to $100. There is no salary. A jockey is paid based on the money the horse earns. Typically 10% to the winning jockey and 5% to the following places with a minimum being the jockey mount fee.

Chris