1. Ed Reed, Ravens – $7,200,000
2. Antrel Rolle, Giants – $6,750,000
3. Charles Woodson, Packers – $6,500,000
4. Troy Polomalu, Steelers – $6,250,000
5. Dashon Goldson, 49ers – $6,212,000
6. Antoine Bethea, Colts – $5,025,000
7. Eric Weddle, Chargers – $5,000,000
8. Eric Berry, Chiefs – $4,842,200
9. Roman Harper, Saints – $4,500,000
10. Kerry Rhodes, Cardinals – $3,500,000
Most notable safeties not mentioned: Ryan Clark ($3 million in 2012), Adrian Wilson ($1.5 million in 2012), and Michael Huff ($700,000 in 2012).
