James McArthur Market Value €400k & Wage Estimate — Crystal Palace Football Club
Updated April 15, 2026
personPlayer Profile
- Born
- October 7, 1987 · Glasgow
- Country of Birth
- Scotland
- Height
- 178 cm (5ft 10in)
- Preferred Foot
- Both
- Primary Position
- Central Midfield
- Current Club
- Crystal Palace Football Club
- Agent
- StormSportsX
James McArthur’s weekly wage is estimated between €120 and €3,615, based on the typical Premier League pay band for his age bracket. Transfermarkt currently values him at €400k.
Earnings Breakdown
Estimated Wage Band
Because James McArthur’s individual contract isn’t publicly reported, we show a band derived from the observed wage distribution across Premier League players in the same age bracket.
| Percentile | Weekly (EUR) | Annual (EUR) |
|---|---|---|
| 25th percentile (lower band) | €120 | €6,250 |
| Median | €394 | €20,500 |
| 75th percentile (upper band) | €3,615 | €188,000 |
Market Value vs Wage
Transfermarkt values James McArthur at €400k, which is 19.51x the player’s annual wage. Their peak valuation reached €7M.
Wage vs League Peers
The Premier League average annual wage is approximately €72k. James McArthur earns below that benchmark, at 0.3x the league average.
Value & Performance
Current Valuation
James McArthur’s Transfermarkt valuation sits at €400k, with a career peak of €7M. This figure tracks age, contract length, recent form, and demand for his position.
Wage-to-Value Ratio
The market-value-to-wage ratio is roughly 19.5x. Ratios above 5x typically indicate players whose transfer valuation significantly outstrips their current pay; ratios below 1x often signal marquee veterans on heavily front-loaded contracts.
Context & Career
Club
James McArthur currently plays for Crystal Palace Football Club in the Premier League, where he operates as a midfielder.
Nationality
Representing Scotland and currently 38 years old, James McArthur sits in the lower-middle bracket of earners globally.
Age Profile
At 38, James McArthur is in the veteran stage, where market value typically declines faster than base wage.
FAQ
How much does James McArthur earn per week?
€394 per week, equal to €20,500 per year in base wages.
What is James McArthur’s market value?
€400k, according to Transfermarkt’s latest valuation.
What club does James McArthur play for?
Crystal Palace Football Club in the Premier League.
How tall is James McArthur?
178 cm (5ft 10in).