William Carl “Bud” Cauley III is an American professional golfer who plays on the PGA Tour. He represented the United States at the 2006 Junior Ryder Cup and the 2009 Walker Cup.
Cauley turned professional in 2011 after qualifying for the U.S. Open. His highest world ranking is 53rd, achieved in September 2012.
You can follow Bud Cauley’s net worth, prize money, earnings per year, endorsements, personal details, career details, wife, stats, achievements, and more here.
Bud Cauley’s Net Worth Details
Bud Cauley’s net worth is estimated to be $9 million as of 2025. His earnings come from his prize money as a professional golfer, endorsements, and other sources.
Cauley’s total career earnings stand at an impressive $9,048,687 as of the 2024 season.
Net Worth Growth
| Year | Net Worth |
| 2020 | $7,500,000 |
| 2021 | $8,000,000 |
| 2022 | $8,500,000 |
| 2023 | $8,800,000 |
| 2024 | $9,000,000 |
Prize Money
Cauley’s substantial net worth is primarily derived from his successful career on the PGA Tour.
His most lucrative year was 2011-12, earning $1,774,479 in prize money. In 2017, he earned $1,553,685, marking his second-highest earning season to date.
In addition to his PGA Tour earnings, Cauley has also found success on the Korn Ferry Tour (formerly Web.com Tour).
In 2014, he won the Hotel Fitness Championship, his lone professional victory, earning $171,000 in prize money.
Earnings Per Year
| Year | Total Earnings |
| 2011 | $735,150 |
| 2012 | $1,856,667 |
| 2013 | $1,012,456 |
| 2014 | $1,278,890 |
| 2015 | $1,021,345 |
| 2016 | $1,456,789 |
| 2017 | $1,688,957 |
| 2024 | $169,433 |
Endorsements
Bud Cauley has secured endorsement deals with several prominent brands in the golf industry:
- Titleist: Cauley is a Titleist Brand Ambassador and endorses their golf balls, including the Titleist Pro V1. e also uses Titleist golf clubs such as the TS3 driver, TS2 fairway metal, U500 utility iron, and 620 MB irons.
- FootJoy: Besides his Titleist endorsement, Cauley is endorsed by FootJoy, a leading brand in golf shoes and apparel.
- IJP Design: Early in his professional career, Cauley signed an endorsement deal with IJP Design for apparel.
About Bud Cauley
| Detail | Information |
| Full Name | William Carl Cauley III |
| Nickname | Bud |
| Birth Date | March 16, 1990 (Age 34) |
| Height | 5 ft 7 in (1.70 m) |
| Weight | 150 lb (68 kg) |
| Birthplace | Daytona Beach, Florida, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Current Net Worth | $9 million |
| College | University of Alabama |
| Turned Professional | 2011 |
| Relationship Status | Married |
| Wife | Kristi McDonald Cauley |
| Instagram Profile | @budcauley |
Professional Career
Cauley turned professional in 2011 after qualifying for the U.S. Open.
In his rookie season in 2011, Cauley earned an impressive $735,150 in just 8 PGA Tour starts, securing his Tour card for 2012. He made the cut at the 2011 U.S. Open, finishing T63.
In 2012, Cauley had 4 top-10 finishes on the PGA Tour, including a T3 at the Wyndham Championship. By the end of July 2012, he had broken into the top 100 of the Official World Golf Ranking.
Cauley’s best career finish in a major championship is a T32 at the 2013 Open Championship. He also finished T63 at the 2011 U.S. Open and T33 at the 2017 PGA Championship.
His only professional win to date came at the 2014 Hotel Fitness Championship on the Web.com Tour (now Korn Ferry Tour). He defeated Colt Knost by one stroke.
Cauley’s best finishes on the PGA Tour include a T3 at the 2012 Wyndham Championship, a T3 at the 2017 CareerBuilder Challenge, and a T4 at the 2012 Arnold Palmer Invitational.
In 2018, Cauley was involved in a serious car accident that left him with 6 broken ribs, a collapsed lung, and a fractured leg. He returned to competition in late 2018 but struggled with complications from the accident.
After undergoing several surgeries and an extensive rehabilitation process, Cauley made a triumphant return to the PGA Tour in 2024 at the Cognizant Classic, where he held the 36-hole lead.
Wife
Bud Cauley is married to Kristi McDonald Cauley. Kristi is the Digital Marketing and Relations Coordinator at TGR, Tiger Woods Ventures.
Bud and Kristi got engaged in December 2019, a year after Bud’s serious car accident in 2018.
They tied the knot in 2021, with Bud sharing a heartfelt Instagram post thanking guests and expressing his love for Kristi.
In November 2022, Bud and Kristi welcomed their first child together, a son named Cooper William Cauley.
Career Stats
| Statistic | Value |
| PGA Tour Wins | 0 |
| Korn Ferry Tour Wins | 1 |
| Best PGA Tour Finish | T3 (Multiple Events) |
| Best Major Championship Finish | T32 (2013 Open Championship) |
| Career Earnings | $9,048,687 |
| Highest World Ranking | 53 (September 23, 2012) |
Achievements
- Won the 2014 Hotel Fitness Championship on the Korn Ferry Tour (formerly Web.com Tour)
- Represented the United States at the 2006 Junior Ryder Cup and the 2008 USA Junior World Golf Championships team
- Three-time first-team All-American at the University of Alabama
- Finalist for the Hogan Award (given to the best college golfer) three times
- Member of the 2009 U.S. Walker Cup team, posting a 3-0-1 record
FAQs
What is Bud Cauley’s full name?
William Carl Cauley III.
Where was Bud Cauley born?
Daytona Beach, Florida, USA.
How old is Bud Cauley?
He is currently 34 years old, born on March 16, 1990.
What is Bud Cauley’s height and weight?
He is 5 feet 7 inches (1.70 m) tall and weighs 150 pounds (68 kg).
When did Bud Cauley turn professional?
2011.
What is Bud Cauley’s highest career world ranking?
His highest career world ranking was 53rd, achieved on September 23, 2012.
How many PGA Tour wins does Bud Cauley have?
Bud Cauley has not won any PGA Tour events yet but has won one Korn Ferry Tour (2014 Hotel Fitness Championship).
What is Bud Cauley’s best finish in a major championship?
His best finish in a major championship is a tie for 32nd at the 2013 Open Championship.
Who is Bud Cauley’s wife?
Bud Cauley is married to Kristi McDonald Cauley.
What college did Bud Cauley attend?
University of Alabama.
