What is Steph Curry's Net Worth?
Steph Curry is an American professional basketball player, brand endorser, and venture capital investor with a net worth of $180 million. Renowned as the best shooter in NBA history, Curry has revolutionized basketball with his consistent long-range 3-point shots. His exceptional skills have earned him the title of one of the greatest players of all time.
Drafted 7th overall by the Golden State Warriors in the 2009 NBA Draft, Curry led the team to NBA Championships in 2015, 2017, 2018, and 2022.
Key Facts
- Makes $50 million per year in NBA base salary
- Is the highest paid player in the NBA
- Makes an additional $30 million per year from endorsements
- NBA earnings will eventually top $400 million
- Had no endorsements in his early NBA seasons
- Paid $30 million for a mansion in Atherton, CA in 2020
Salary and Endorsement Income
From 2009 to 2024, Curry earned over $305 million in salary and an additional $150 million from endorsements. Initially earning around $3 million yearly, he now earns $50 million from NBA salary and $30-40 million from endorsements annually.
He made $50 million between June 2016 and June 2017, $76.9 million between June 2017 and June 2018, $80 million in 2018-2019, $85.2 million in the 2019-2020 season, $74.4 million in 2021, and $95.1 million in 2022. Curry partners with brands like Under Armour, Nike, and TCL’s Palm phones, where he is a key investor.
Contracts
In 2017, Curry signed a historic $201.2 million, 5-year deal with the Warriors, making him the first player to earn over $40 million per season. In August 2021, he extended his contract with a 4-year $215 million deal:
- 2022 – 2023: $48 million
- 2023 – 2024: $51.9 million
- 2024 – 2025: $55.7 million
- 2025 – 2026: $59.6 million
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Early Life
Wardell Stephen Curry II was born on March 14th, 1988, in Akron, Ohio. His father, Dell Curry, was a prominent NBA player. While his father played for the Hornets, Steph lived in Charlotte, NC, later moving to Toronto when Dell joined the Raptors. Curry attended Queensway Christian College and led the team to an undefeated season.
Back in Charlotte, Curry finished high school, leading his team to three conference titles.
College Basketball
Hoping to play for Virginia Tech, Curry settled for Davidson College, where he became a top scorer and set new records for three-pointers. In his junior year, he developed as a point guard, finishing as the NCAA's leading scorer.
NBA Career
Joining the Golden State Warriors in 2009, Curry became a Rookie of the Year contender. By his second season, he was recognized for his free-throw skills. Despite initial ankle issues, Curry broke records with 272 three-pointers in 2012 and 314 the following season.
Under coach Steve Kerr’s tactics, Curry's shooting revolutionized the game, leading the Warriors to multiple championships. Despite some injuries, Curry's resilience and skill saw the Warriors through to impressive records and titles.
Personal Life
Married to Ayesha Alexander since 2011, Curry is a father of three and a devout Christian. He enjoys golf and supports Chelsea F.C. His brother, Seth Curry, is also in the NBA, and their sister Sydel played volleyball.
Steph Curry Real Estate
In 2015, Curry purchased a Walnut, California home for $3.2 million. He then bought a house in Alamo, California, for $5.775 million and sold it for $6.3 million in 2019. In September 2019, he bought an Atherton, CA mansion for $31 million and sold it in 2021 for $31.15 million. He bought another Atherton mansion for $30 million in December 2020, and a Winter Park, Florida home for $2.1 million in July 2022.
