Joe Rogan Net Worth 2024: Podcast Earnings, Salary, and Investments
Joe Rogan is someone who is very well respected in the entertainment and sports communities, for the various things he has done that’s benefited them over the years. If you’re a Rogan fan, there’s one thing that is commonly known about, it’s that he is a massive mixed martial arts enthusiast.
But besides lending his hand as a color commentator, the 57-year-old is also popular for his work in the field of stand-up comedy, acting, and hosting TV shows as well. Let’s face it, despite the controversies he’s faced in the past due to his podcast, Rogan’s voice (or work) isn’t easily forgettable.
Over the years, the MMA commentator generated an estimated net worth of $200 million (Via Yahoo Finance). So here’s a brief breakdown of the various he earned his fortune.
Joe Rogan Podcast Earnings
Though he is most known for being one of the many media representatives of the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship), Joe Rogan also blew up because of his podcast. Named The Joe Rogan Experience, the American commentator’s podcast only rose to prominence over the last couple of years.
Just finished my interview on the Joe Rogan Experience! Had a great conversation talking amateur wrestling, pro wrestling and mma. Look out for this episode. It’s gonna be a good one. @joerogan #joeroganexperience pic.twitter.com/BHhg6GyF6z
— Kurt Angle (@RealKurtAngle) September 18, 2023
However, JRE was initially formed in 2009 alongside one of Rogan’s dearest friends and comedy associates, Brian Redban. The podcast often highlights topics ranging from sports to business, celebrity gossip, science, art, technology, philosophy, and more.
It was the podcast’s diverse nature that captured a massive audience on multiple streaming platforms such as iTunes, Spotify, YouTube, and more.
Rogan initially started uploading his work on YouTube before acquiring a deal with Spotify in 2020. The deal was worth $200 million for three years according to Geeks for Geeks.
During the initial deal, JRE was essentially a Spotify exclusive and they also had him remove the uploads he had made on other platforms. However, after renewing his deal with the platform in 2024, Rogan was allowed to stream his podcast on other platforms, earning more revenue through ad support.
It is claimed that the former national Tae Kwon Do champ currently will earn at least $450 million from Spotify alone. JRE also has only 20,000 monthly listeners and 14.5 million followers on the streaming platform.
Joe Rogan UFC Salary
There are many stories regarding Joe Rogan’s rise in the UFC and how he made it as a recurring color commentator for the promotion. The commentator initially started as a comedian working on various projects like News Radio, Fear Factor, and The Man Show on Comedy Central.
However, Rogan’s love for the sport of MMA and his ability to be the star under the spotlight caught UFC bossman, Dana White’s attention. Joe first served as a backstage interviewer after the fight. Joe had turned down an offer White made when the promotion was just starting.
He ended up doing 15 UFC events for free before being asked to join the color commentator’s roster full-time. Eventually, Rogan accepted the offer and became one of the biggest faces of MMA.
Rogan was bestowed with numerous awards for his work including Best Television Announcer from the Wrestling Observer Newsletter Awards. He was also named World MMA Awards Personality of the Year four times.
According to The Street, the MMA commentator makes $2 million annually from the promotion.
Joe Rogan Investments
The New Jersey native is much more than just a fight-loving commentator, as he also finds time to manage a career in comedy. While Rogan isn’t commentating on fights or hosting his podcast, he spends his time doing comedy tours across the country.
Rogan founded a comedy club called the “Comedy Mothership”, which is based in Austin, Texas. This club promotes freedom of speech and anti-cancel culture. He makes a good chunk of his money doing comedy!
Besides that, Rogan is also a co-founder of the health and wellness brand called Onnit, which is also promoted during his podcast episodes as well. The Street claims that he earns at least $2 million per year from Onnit as well.
Obviously, celebrities and public figures of his caliber often create and sell their own merchandise. Rogan also sells exclusive merchandise for fans to purchase.