Discover What NBA Superstar Caitlin Clark Can Afford with Her Salary—It’s Surprising!

Like so many college grads before her, the Iowa native will now have to find a place to live in Indianapolis, close to her new job, which pays precisely $76,535.

While that’s a decent sum for someone so young, these five figures pale in comparison with the starting salary—an incredible $12 million—of Victor Wembanyama, the first pick in last year’s NBA draft.

Ahem.

In fact, although the former Iowa guard lifted the game of women’s basketball to new heights, her starting salary for her first year of going pro doesn’t quite cut it in today’s housing market. (Clark did earn close to $3 million during college in name, image, and licensing deals, but we’re focusing on her post-collegiate salary here.)

In the U.S., real estate list prices hit a median of $424,900 in March. That, coupled with rising mortgage rates, means the average American (and new homebuyers like Clark) need to make an annual income of $86,100 to snag a median-priced home (not counting tax and insurance), according to the latest data from Realtor.com®.

Caitlin Clark went No. 1 in the WNBA draft to the Indiana Fevers.

What can No. 22 afford on her starting salary?

So, with her new salary, what home can the woman who dominated courts and inspired a new generation of fans afford to buy?

According to the Realtor.com affordability calculator, Clark should target homes priced between $317,401 and $363,700 for a range that won’t stretch her budget.

To help Clark, we did a deep dive into Indianapolis real estate to help find the recent grad new digs. Since this is her just-out-of-college home, like most young homebuyers, she’d be looking at a starter home, typically with two bedrooms and at least one bath. Here’s what we dug up.

A home near work

The Indiana Fevers play at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, located in the heart of downtown Indianapolis.

Like every potential homeowner, Clark must think about her work commute. Sure, her job takes place on the hard court in front of thousands of fans. Still, Clark’s an athlete, and she might want to walk to work.

Currently, only five homes in the area fit within her budget, including this home at 831 N California St, for sale for $324,900.

This three-bedroom home has a backyard where Caitlin Clark could install a basketball hoop.

A home near 18 holes

When Clark moves to Indiana, she’ll pack not just basketballs but golf balls as well. It turns out, the player loves to sink putts almost as much as she sinks baskets, and she plays golf several times a week. Her love of this other ballgame makes the neighborhood of Devon, which boasts a top golf course, a good choice.

Currently, two homes in Devon fit in Clark’s budget, including this house at 5317 Ladywood Knoll Pl for sale for $225,000.

This two-bedroom home is part of a homeowners association. Would neighbors complain about Clark’s Christmas decor?

A home near other young professionals

At 22, Clark is just getting started and likely wants to hang with people her own age. If that’s the case, she should check out North Central, where there are loads of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks.

Another reason the 6-foot-tall player might want to consider the area? She can afford a whopping eight homes here, like this one at 2927 Boulevard Pl for sale for $300,000.

A Victorian charmer 10 minutes from Clark’s new place of work

A home near the river

The area of Broad Ripple is known for cute bungalows and an esplanade along the White River, which snakes through the neighborhood. On her days off, Clark could even rent a kayak to explore the waterway or mosey over to the local farmers market.

Clark can afford 18 homes (!) here—including 6438 N Park Ave for sale for $325,000—making this a neighborhood she should seriously consider.

Clark can stroll to Broad Ripple village from this two-bedroom, 1,472-square-foot home.

(Realtor.com)

A home near A-listers

In addition to Clark’s WNBA salary and endorsement deals, she is also rumored to be close to securing a $20 million endorsement deal with Nike.

With this eight-figure deal in mind, we found a fitting home in Eagle Creek: 5101 Green Braes East Dr for sale for $5,500,000.

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