When it comes to sportscasters, few are as valuable as CBS’s top-tier NFL broadcast team—including Tony Romo, Ian Eagle, and longtime veteran Jim Nantz, who has built a substantial net worth over decades in the industry.
And according to various reports over the years, there’s a ballpark figure that helps confirm just how much the former NCAA basketball commentator is worth.
How Much Is Jim Nantz Worth?
While fellow CBS play-by-play announcer Tony Romo is one of the highest-paid broadcasters in the world—reportedly earning $17 million per year, according to the New York Post—Nantz’s salary is considerably lower by comparison.
The legendary broadcaster is believed to be earning $10.5 million per year, a figure that places him in the same tier as colleague Ian Eagle, who re-signed his own deal with CBS around the same time as Nantz.
A longtime fan of golf since his college days, Nantz currently calls NFL games, the PGA Tour, and the Masters for CBS. He’s expected to continue in these roles through at least 2036.
“If all the stars aligned right now, it feels like a pretty good exit point—April 14, 2036,” Nantz said in an interview with Bunkered. “That is my scheduled retirement date. It would be a perfect place to walk out.”
What Is Jim Nantz’s Net Worth?
Beyond his decades-long sportscasting career with CBS, Nantz has also ventured into entrepreneurship. He co-founded a wine company, which is reportedly valued at $66 million.
Combining his CBS salary and business ventures, Nantz’s net worth is estimated to be around $40 million, with an annual salary of approximately $15 million, according to CelebrityNetWorth.com.
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With the Masters set to begin next week in Augusta on April 13, Nantz is preparing to return to his familiar role behind the mic—marking his 40th year calling the tournament.
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