Steve Harvey Net Worth (Money & Salary)

What is Steve Harvey’s Net Worth and Salary?

With a net worth of $200 million, Steve Harvey is an American comedian, businessman, Award-winning show host, and entertainer. He gained national recognition as a stand-up comedian in the 1980s. From 1996 to 2002, he starred in “The Steve Harvey Show,” a sitcom on the WB network that had 122 episodes across six seasons, where he also took on the role of producer. Currently, Steve is well-known for hosting the nationally syndicated radio show, “The Steve Harvey Morning Show,” along with popular game shows like “Family Feud” and “Celebrity Family Feud.” Out of his approximate yearly income of $40 million, $10 million is from “Family Feud” and $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 with his family to Cleveland, Ohio, where he graduated from Glenville High School in 1974. He studied at Kent State University and then at West Virginia University, taking on various jobs including boxer, autoworker, insurance salesman, carpet cleaner, and mailman. His journey into comedy began on October 8, 1985, at Hilarities Comedy Club in Cleveland, Ohio. Facing hardships, he experienced homelessness for three years in the late 1980s, often sleeping in his 1976 Ford when hotel accommodations were unavailable after gigs.

In 1990, after becoming a finalist in the Second Annual Johnnie Walker National Comedy Search, Harvey was given the chance to host the TV show “It’s Showtime at the Apollo.” He further forged his career in comedy, joining the 1997 Kings of Comedy tour alongside Cedric the Entertainer, D.L. Hughley, and Bernie Mac, which grossed $37 million during its run. This success led to various opportunities, including starring in the ABC show “Me and the Boys” (1994), his own WB show “The Steve Harvey Show” (1996-2002), the weekday radio program “The Steve Harvey Morning Show” which he has hosted since 2000, and movie roles in “The Fighting Temptations” (2003) and “Love Don’t Cost a Thing” (2003). In 2006, he released a stand-up special titled “Steven Harvey: Don’t Trip… He Ain’t Through with Me Yet.”

Family Feud and Hosting

On August 2, 2012, Harvey concluded his final stand-up performance at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, marking the end of his 27-year stand-up comedy career. Despite this, he has achieved substantial success in his various projects beyond comedy.

Notably, Harvey has gained significant fame as a captivating host. In 2010, he began hosting the game show “Family Feud,” marking his tenure as the longest in the show’s history.

The show is hosted by a talented individual, Harvey, who also hosts the spin-off “Celebrity Family Feud.” His modern fame has been amplified by YouTube, where numerous viral videos feature his unexpected reactions to the inappropriate or incorrect answers given by “Family Feud” contestants. In 2013, he made history by becoming the first host ever 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 in Las Vegas. Although he made a notable error by mistakenly announcing the first runner-up as the winner, he continued to host the Miss Universe pageant in subsequent years: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2021.

Steve Harvey Salary

Between June 2017 and June 2018, Steve Harvey’s earnings from various sources amounted to $45 million. He matched this earning in the period from June 2018 to June 2019.

How Much does Steve Harvey earn from Family Feud?

From his average annual salary of approximately $45 million, a minimum of $10 million is derived from his hosting role on Family Feud. Additionally, around $20 million comes from his work as a radio host.

Other Business Ventures

Among the various projects Harvey has embarked upon is the book release “Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man” in 2009, which later inspired the ensemble film “Think Like a Man” in 2012. The hardcover edition maintained its place on the New York Times bestseller list for 64 weeks. He has also authored other books including “Straight Talk, No Chaser” (2010), “Act Like A Success” (2014), and  “Jump: Take the Leap of Faith to Achieve Your Life of Abundance” (2016). Moreover, in collaboration with IAC, he launched the dating site Delightful in 2014. In 2016, together with Ellen DeGeneres, he co-created and hosted the show “Little Big Shots” until 2019. In January 2022, he began hosting the arbitration-based court comedy “Judge Steve Harvey” on ABC.

In 2017, Harvey consolidated all his business endeavors under Steven Harvey Global (SHG). Within SHG, he houses his production company, East One Twelve, alongside Harvey Events, managed by his daughter Morgan and her husband. SHG also holds the rights to international adaptations of “Family Feud,” including plans for an African version set to debut in 2020. Harvey continues to pursue various business initiatives under SHG, which includes launching the Sand and Soul Festival in 2017—a yearly event showcasing live music, comedy, and a Q&A session featuring Harvey himself.

Personal Life

Steve Harvey has been married three times, with Marjorie Bridges being his current wife since 2007. His family includes a total of 7 children: three are from his first marriage, one from his second, and he adopted Marjorie’s three children upon their marriage.

Alongside Marjorie, he established The Steve and Marjorie Harvey Foundation, which concentrates on outreach and education for youth. Additionally, Steve has teamed up with Kent State University to offer scholarships and with Walt Disney World Resort for the Disney Dreamers Academy.

In 2022, Steve received the “Man in The Mirror” Award together with fellow comedian Chris Tucker, celebrating people who positively impact their communities using their platforms.

Real Estate

Steve and Marjorie leased a sizable mansion in Beverly Park, a gated community in Beverly Hills, California, in February 2018. This 12,000 square foot home, located on nearly 2 acres, had previously been listed for $125,000 PER MONTH, but the couple negotiated it down to $110,000 monthly. This amounts to approximately $1.3 million annually in rent. In 2007, the mansion was on the market for $23.5 million.

In addition to their Los Angeles residence, Steve owns a 9,000-square-foot mansion in Atlanta, acquired in 2010 for $3.4 million, and another large mansion near Dallas, Texas, set on 4 acres. Furthermore, in 2013, he purchased a 5,500-square-foot apartment on the 88th floor of Trump International in Chicago, which he sold in 2018 for $7.7 million.

In May 2020, Steve bought Tyler Perry’s former mansion in Atlanta for $15 million. This gated residence encompasses 35,000 square feet and spreads across 17 acres. Perry purchased the property in 2017, invested millions in renovations, and sold it in 2016 to evangelist David Turner for $17.5 million. Turner faced a $2.5 million loss on the sale.