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Stephen A. Smith seemingly has America in the palm of his hand.
The ESPN star made his name as an on-air sports analyst and still calls that his day job, but numerous labels apply to him, from actor and prospective politician to internet meme.
The sky appears to be the limit for Smith, at least in his own eyes, as he continues to branch out beyond the walls of ESPN and turn himself into a national voice on issues both in and out of sports.
Here's a look at Smith's net worth and career earnings, including his lucrative contract at ESPN.
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Stephen A. Smith net worth
Smith's net worth is an estimated $45 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.
Any prominent ESPN analyst will make plenty of money, but Smith is starting to really see his bank account benefit from his do-it-all role at the network. Smith is making $21 million per year on his newest ESPN contract, which spans five years.
Here's more to know about Smith's current salary and career earnings.
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Stephen A. Smith career earnings
Smith's exact career earnings aren't known, but as of 2025, he is believed to be making nearly $40 million annually. The stunning figure comes partly from his five-year, $105 million deal with ESPN, which pays him $21 million annually, and he earns an additional $12 million per year from a three-year contract with SiriusXM.
Once revenue from Smith's podcast and YouTube channel is factored in, the ESPN personality makes close to $40 million per year.
Smith certainly hasn't always made $40 million annually, even if he has long been paid well, so his career earnings are likely skyrocketing.
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Stephen A. Smith endorsements and partnerships
While his earnings from sponsorship deals aren't as well-documented as his ESPN or SiriusXM salary, Smith has hammered out a small number of endorsement deals over the years.
Smith signed an exclusive deal with daily fantasy site PrizePicks in 2024, though he began working with ESPN Bet in 2025 after signing a new deal with ESPN. Smith also appeared in several commercials for Oberto Beef Jerky, including ads featuring Richard Sherman, Hunter Pence and Travis Pastrana.
Smith hasn't been as visible on the commercial airwaves in recent years, perhaps because he is so busy with his other ventures, his personality and prominence make him a natural fit for brands seeking a celebrity spokesman.
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Stephen A. Smith business ventures
Smith has his hands in plenty of ventures beyond sports, including acting, public speaking and even some interest in politics.
Smith founded a media production company named Straight Shooter Media, and he has made a handful of acting appearances both on-screen and as a voice actor. Smith is a recurring character on "General Hospital," where he plays a security consultant and part-time assassin. Smith has also appeared on "Law & Order."
In 2025, Smith announced he was launching a new two-hour SiriusXM talk show called "Straight Shooter with Stephen A.," with a focus more on politics than sports. He has expressed more of an interest in politics in recent years, even revealing he might consider a presidential run.
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Stephen A. Smith philanthropy
Smith has long been a supporter of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), and he is a graduate of an HBCU himself, having attended Winston-Salem University.
Smith said in 2023 that he often gives back to Winston-Salem along with other HBCU causes. "I donate a minimum of $50-$100k a year to my alma mater. A minimum!" Smith said.
Smith's "First Take" went on an HBCU tour in 2024, airing live from different schools, and another tour was announced for the fall of 2025.
In 2023, Smith hosted a youth basketball camp in partnership with IMG Academy, and he teamed up with the Huntsman Mental Health Institute in 2024 to promote the national "Love, Your Mind" campaign, saying in a statement that the grief he experienced after his mother's death led him to prioritize his own mental health.
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Stephen A. Smith social media following
- X: 6 million
- Instagram: 5.1 million
- TikTok: 1.5 million
Smith boasts more than one million followers on X, Instagram and TikTok, including a whopping six million on X, where he has owned an account since 2008.
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Where does Stephen A. Smith live?
Smith has put some of his money to use in the real estate market, as he owns a multi-million dollar home in New Jersey and either has or had a luxury apartment in Manhattan. Smith has also indicated he owns property in or near Los Angeles, though the location is unknown.
Smith's home in North Caldwell, N.J. is 7,232 square feet and includes a home theater as well as a home gym. The entrance to the home is gated off, and the exterior includes a pool and large yard.
Smith also had an apartment in Manhattan as of 2024, but it's unclear whether he still has it. He told Kevin Garnett in 2024 that taxes could drive him out of New York altogether.
"I’m looking for another crib in Florida. So I’m like, you know, I mean about two months from now I might be in Florida," Smith said. "I got to have primary residence. I’m getting murdered in taxes in New York and LA."
Smith might have followed through on his promise, as colleague Chris Russo hinted later the same year that Smith bought a Miami mansion.
"First of all, you don't know what I bought. Number one," Smith said in response. "Number two, I have several residences."
As long as he is making $40 million each year, Smith can likely continue to afford "several residences" across different states.