WHAT'S MY NIL?

Estimate your Name, Image & Likeness deal value. Built for college athletes who want to know what they're worth.

⚠ FOR EDUCATION ONLY — This calculator provides rough estimates only. It is not financial, legal, or tax advice. NIL valuations vary widely. Consult a licensed professional for guidance specific to your situation.

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I want to know what my NIL could be worth based on my sport, stats, and social media.
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I already have an NIL deal and want to calculate taxes, agent fees, and my take-home pay.
⚡ NIL Value Estimator

Social Media Reach

3%
Average is 2-4%. Micro-influencers often hit 5-10%.

Your Estimated NIL Value

Estimated Annual Range
Sport Base Value
Division Multiplier
Performance Boost
Social Media Value
Market / Relevance Boost
Total Followers
💰 NIL Deal Calculator
Enter the total value of your NIL deal before any deductions.
⚡ Tax rate auto-fills when you pick your state
15%
Industry standard: 15-20% for NIL agents. Set to 0% if no agent.
Travel, equipment, content creation costs, etc. These reduce taxable income.
Part-time job, other NIL deals, etc. Affects your tax bracket.

Your Take-Home Pay

After Taxes, Agent Fees & Expenses
Gross NIL Deal
Agent / Manager Fee
Business Expenses
Net Taxable Income
Federal Income Tax
Self-Employment Tax (15.3%)
State Income Tax
Effective Tax Rate
🎉 Your Take-Home
Know the Game

Average D1 NIL

$10K–$50K

Most D1 athletes fall in this range. The stars grab headlines, but the median is much more modest.

D1 Average

Social Media Drives Value

70%+

Over 70% of NIL deals are influenced by social media presence. Followers = leverage in negotiations.

Key Factor

Football & Basketball

90%

Football and basketball athletes capture roughly 90% of all NIL dollars. Revenue sports dominate.

Top Sports

Women's Sports Rising

3x Growth

Women's basketball, volleyball, and gymnastics NIL deals have tripled since 2021. The gap is closing fast.

Trending

Don't Forget Taxes

25–40%

NIL income is taxable as self-employment income. Set aside 25-40% for federal + state + self-employment taxes.

Important

Agent Fees Add Up

15–20%

Most NIL agents charge 15-20% commission. On a $100K deal, that's $15-20K off the top before taxes.

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How We Calculate These Estimates