how much does howard stern make a year

Howard Stern makes approximately $40 million per year net after taxes and agent fees. Although his SiriusXM contracts are reported to pay between $80 million and $120 million annually, these amounts cover production costs, staff salaries, and overhead. After deducting these expenses (which can total around $40 million or more), Stern's personal net income from his radio show is about $40 million per year, equating to roughly $333,000 per show based on his broadcast schedule of about 120 shows annually. His total net worth as of 2025 is estimated at around $650 million, accumulated through SiriusXM deals, past radio contracts, TV, books, and real estate investments.