ClaimQuick answerMost consumer class action settlements pay between $10 and $100 per person. Settlements for data breaches, cars and financial harm can pay hundreds or thousands of dollars to people with documented losses. The final amount depends on the size of the fund and how many people file.
Why payouts vary so much
- Fixed vs. pro-rata. Some settlements pay a set amount, like $28 per claim. Others split a fund between everyone who files, so the amount isn't known until claims close.
- How many people file. In a pro-rata settlement, fewer claims means a bigger share for each person.
- Proof. A no proof claim often pays a small flat amount. Receipts or documented losses unlock higher tiers.
- Fees. Attorneys' fees and administration costs come out of the fund before class members are paid.
Real examples
- Instagram's Illinois biometric privacy settlement ($68.5 million) paid about $32.56 per valid claim in 2024.
- Robinhood's trade execution settlement ($2 million) estimated an average of $17.60 per class member.
- Bumble's Boost auto-renewal settlement ($22.5 million) estimated $21 to $44 nationwide and $43 to $85 for California subscribers.
These are from settlements that have closed. Our open class action lawsuits list shows the published payout for every settlement you can still file.
Open settlements with the highest published payouts
| Settlement | Published payout | Deadline | Proof | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Planned Parenthood Lab Data Breach Laboratory Services Cooperative · Data breach | Up to $6,000 per person | Nov 24, 2026 | Proof helps | Official site ↗ |
| Lands' End Data Breach Lands' End · Data breach | $60–$5,000 per person | Oct 22, 2026 | Proof helps Needs notice ID | Official site ↗ |
| Equinox Data Breach Equinox · Data breach | Up to $5,000 per person | Oct 23, 2026 | Proof helps Needs notice ID | Official site ↗ |
| FinWise Bank Data Breach FinWise Bank · Data breach | Up to $5,000 per person | Oct 29, 2026 | Proof helps | Official site ↗ |
| Telmate / ViaPath Data Breach Telmate (ViaPath Technologies) · Data breach | Up to $5,000 per person | Dec 21, 2026 | Proof helps | Official site ↗ |
| Hyundai & Kia Theft Compensation (State AGs) Hyundai and Kia (multistate Attorneys General) · Refund program | Up to $4,500 per vehicle | Mar 31, 2027 | Proof required | Official site ↗ |
| California Casualty Data Breach California Casualty · Data breach | $50–$4,000 per person | Nov 16, 2026 | Proof helps Needs notice ID | Official site ↗ |
| American Vision Partners Data Breach American Vision Partners · Data breach | Up to $3,000 per person | Nov 12, 2026 | Proof helps Needs notice ID | Official site ↗ |
| TransUnion False Bankruptcy Remark TransUnion · Finance | $100–$1,000 per person | Oct 30, 2026 | No proof Needs notice ID | Official site ↗ |
| VSL#3 Probiotic VSL Pharmaceuticals · Health & beauty | $20–$800 per product | Oct 20, 2026 | Proof helps | Official site ↗ |
See your own totalClaim adds up what you can claim, with the known minimum, from a few questions.
Download on theApp StoreHow to get more from a settlement
- Upload proof when it's optional. It usually raises your payment.
- Claim every product or account you're allowed to, up to the limit.
- Choose a digital payment method so your payment doesn't expire in the mail.
FAQ
What is the average class action settlement payout?
For consumer settlements, most people get $10 to $100. Cases with documented losses, like data breaches or car defects, can pay much more.
Why did I get less than the estimate?
In pro-rata settlements, the estimate assumes a number of claims. If more people file than expected, each share is smaller.
Are class action settlement payments taxable?
It depends on what the money replaces. Refunds of what you paid are generally not income. See our guide on taxes for details.