Steve Harvey Net Worth (Money & Salary)

What is Steve Harvey’s Net Worth and Salary?

Steve Harvey, an American comedian, businessman, award-winning show host, and entertainer, boasts a net worth of $200 million. His rise to national fame began in the 1980s as a standup comedian. From 1996 to 2002, he starred in the sitcom “The Steve Harvey Show” on the WB network, which aired 122 episodes across six seasons, during which he also served as a producer. Presently, Steve is recognized for hosting the nationally syndicated “The Steve Harvey Morning Show” and the hit game shows “Family Feud” and “Celebrity Family Feud.” Of his annual earnings, approximately $40 million, $10 million is derived from “Family Feud,” while $20 million is attributed to his radio hosting salary.

Early Life and Comedy Career

Born Broderick Stephen Harvey on January 17, 1957, in Welch, West Virginia, he later moved to Cleveland, Ohio, where he graduated from Glenville High School in 1974. He attended both Kent State University and West Virginia University. His job history includes a variety of roles, such as boxer, autoworker, insurance salesman, carpet cleaner, and mailman. On October 8, 1985, he took his first step into the world of comedy by performing at Hilarities Comedy Club in Cleveland. Enduring hardships during his early career, he faced homelessness for three years in the late 1980s, often sleeping in his 1976 Ford when gigs did not guarantee hotel accommodations.

Harvey gained recognition in 1990 as a finalist in the Second Annual Johnnie Walker National Comedy Search, which led to his hosting role on the TV show “It’s Showtime at the Apollo.” He continued to advance his comedy career, joining the 1997 Kings of Comedy tour alongside Cedric the Entertainer, D.L. Hughley, and Bernie Mac. This tour became one of the highest-grossing comedy tours in history, amassing $37 million in both 1997 and 1998. Due to his success as a comic, he received opportunities such as starring in the ABC show “Me and the Boys” (1994), the WB’s “The Steve Harvey Show” (1996-2002), his weekday radio program “The Steve Harvey Morning Show,” which he has hosted since 2000, and roles in films like “The Fighting Temptations” (2003) and “Love Don’t Cost a Thing” (2003). In 2006, he released the stand-up special titled “Steven Harvey: Don’t Trip… He Ain’t Through with Me Yet.”

Family Feud and Hosting

Harvey performed his final stand-up show at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas on August 2, 2012, marking the end of a 27-year career in stand-up comedy. Despite this, he has continued to achieve success across multiple other projects.

More renowned as a captivating and energetic host than as a comedian, Harvey began his role on the game show “Family Feud” in 2010, making him the longest-serving host in the program’s history.

The hosts of the show include Steve Harvey. Additionally, Harvey also leads a spin-off titled “Celebrity Family Feud.” His modern fame has been significantly enhanced by YouTube, where numerous viral videos showcase his reactions to various “Family Feud” contestants and their often inappropriate or incorrect responses. In 2013, he made history as the first host ever to be nominated for both the Outstanding Talk Show Host and Outstanding Game Show Host Daytime Emmy Awards. That same year, he was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

In 2015, Harvey took on the role of host for the Miss Universe 2015 pageant held in Las Vegas. Although he made a notable mistake by incorrectly announcing the first runner-up as the winner, only to clarify minutes later, he continued to host the Miss Universe pageant in subsequent years: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2021.

Steve Harvey Salary

During the period from June 2017 to June 2018, Steve Harvey generated an income of $45 million through his various projects. He replicated this earning figure between June 2018 and June 2019.

How Much does Steve Harvey earn from Family Feud?

From his estimated average annual salary of $45 million, a minimum of $10 million is attributed to his role as the host of Family Feud, while another $20 million is derived from his radio hosting responsibilities.

Other Business Ventures

Harvey’s involvement in various ventures includes the 2009 publication of “Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man,” which later inspired the 2012 ensemble film “Think Like a Man.” The hardcover edition of this book maintained a presence on the New York Times bestseller list for 64 weeks. Additionally, he has authored “Straight Talk, No Chaser” (2010), “Act Like A Success” (2014), and “Jump: Take the Leap of Faith to Achieve Your Life of Abundance” (2016). In 2014, he also co-founded the dating site Delightful in collaboration with IAC. Together with Ellen DeGeneres, he co-created and hosted the show “Little Big Shots” from 2016 to 2019. In January 2022, he began hosting “Judge Steve Harvey,” a court comedy based on arbitration, airing on ABC.

In 2017, Harvey consolidated his various business ventures under the umbrella of Steven Harvey Global (SHG). SHG encompasses his production company, East One Twelve, and the events company led by his daughter Morgan alongside her husband. SHG also holds the rights to international adaptations of “Family Feud,” including the announcement of an African version set to launch in 2020. He continues to oversee multiple business undertakings under SHG, including the establishment of the Sand and Soul Festival in 2017, an annual event featuring live performances, comedy, and a Q&A session with Harvey himself.

Personal Life

Three marriages have marked Harvey’s life, with his current spouse being Marjorie Bridges, whom he wed in 2007. He is a father to seven children: three from his first marriage, one from his second, and he also adopted three of Marjorie’s children upon their marriage.

In collaboration with Marjorie, he established The Steve and Marjorie Harvey Foundation, aimed at promoting youth outreach and educational initiatives. Moreover, Steve has teamed up with Kent State University to create scholarship opportunities for students and partnered with Walt Disney World Resort to support the Disney Dreamers Academy.

In 2022, he was honored with the “Man in The Mirror” Award, alongside fellow comic Chris Tucker, which recognizes those who leverage their influence for positive change.

Real Estate

In February 2018, a sizeable mansion in the exclusive Beverly Park community caught the attention of Steve and Marjorie, located atop Beverly Hills, California. This expansive 12,000 square foot residence, set on nearly 2 acres, was initially listed for a lease price of $125,000 PER MONTH; however, the Harveys successfully negotiated a lower rate of $110,000 per month. This amounts to approximately $1.3 million annually in rent. Notably, in 2007, the house was on the market for $23.5 million.

Beyond Los Angeles, Steve Harvey is the proud owner of a 9,000-square-foot mansion in Atlanta, bought in 2010 for $3.4 million, as well as a comparably large property outside of Dallas, Texas, encompassing 4 acres. In 2013, he acquired a 5,500-square-foot abode situated on the 88th floor of Trump International in Chicago, which he sold in 2018 for $7.7 million.

In May 2020, he made a significant purchase of Tyler Perry’s former mansion in Atlanta for $15 million. This gated estate spans 35,000 square feet and is nestled on 17 acres. Tyler originally acquired the residence in 2017, invested millions in renovations, and sold it in 2016 to an evangelist named David Turner for $17.5 million, resulting in a $2.5 million loss for Turner.