Jim Cramer is a household name. He’s known for his time spent being a television personality, hedge-fund manager, and author. He was the host of the hit television show Mad Money and for being a co-founder of thestreet.com. Just how much is Jim Cramer worth, though?

Jim Cramer Net Worth

Jim Cramer’s net worth is an astounding $150 million. He plays various roles at CNBC and earns money from book royalties and other business ventures. Jim Cramer earns $5 million from CNBC per year. 

Early Life Jim Cramer

Jim Cramer, born James Joseph Cramer, was born on February 10, 1995, in Wyndmoor, Pennsylvania. His mother, Louise Cramer, was an artist. His father, Ken Cramer, was the owner of International Packaging Products. The Jewish family was not particularly well-off, but they weren’t exceptionally poor, either. 

One of his first jobs was selling Coca-Cola and ice cream at Veteran’s Stadium during Philadelphia Phillies games in the 70s. 

After graduating from Springfield Township High School, James Cramer attended Harvard to study government. While there, he was very involved in the publication The Harvard Crimson. 

He then began a job in Tallahassee, Florida as a reporter for the Tallahassee Democrat publication. He was one of the first people to cover the Ted Bundy murderers because he lived close to the house. He worked for other publications, such as the Los Angeles Herald Examiner, but then returned to Harvard Law School to study law. He invested in the stock market to cover his tuition bill and used the money he earned. He graduated again from Harvard in 1984.