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American Actor, Known for playing Sheldon Cooper on CBS sitcom The Big Bang Theory
#4 in TV Stars today
As of 2024, Jim Parsons has a net worth of $190 million. According to Forbes, Parsons earned a $1 million salary per episode for his role as Sheldon Cooper on The Big Bang Theory.
Despite the show ending it’s run, his net worth is still growing, thanks to millions of syndication royalties.
Bing Bang Theory Earnings
While the show was running on television, Jim Parsons was earning a fixed salary of $1 million per episode and an additional $250k as a bonus. In total, he earned $130 million from the show.
As per an agreement with the producers, Jim Parsons will receive 1% of annual revenues from the show in the form of Syndicated Earnings. This is approximately $16 million per year.
Jim Parsons Investments
Jim Parsons wealth includes a portfolio of stocks such as Nvidia, Alphabet, Dell, Apple, and Lockheed Martin. He total investments in stock markets are worth $36 million today, through which he makes an estimated $4 million in dividend earnings.
Jim Parsons Net Worth 2024 (Forbes)
| Name | James Joseph Parsons |
| Net Worth | $190 Million |
| Net Worth Before Big Bang Theory | $2.4 Million |
| TV Salary | $1 million per episode |
| Annual Income | $20 Million |
| Cash in Bank | $60 Million |
| Real Estate Assets | $35 Million |
Real Estate Assets
Jim Parsons’s real estate portfolio, valued at $60 million, includes several high-profile properties across the United States. Most of these are given on rentals to rich celebrities.
- Los Angeles, California: A $20 million modern mansion in the Hollywood Hills.
- New York City, New York: A $15 million penthouse in Manhattan’s Upper East Side.
- Austin, Texas: A $10 million contemporary home with high-end amenities.
- Hamptons, New York: A $7 million beachfront property with a private beach access.
- Palm Springs, California: A $5 million mid-century mansion.
Jim Parsons Cars
Jim Parsons owns a lot of cars. He is mostly seen driving a Tesla. The cars he owns are: Tesla Model X, Porsche Panamera, Jaguar F-Type, Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon, BMW 7 Series, Audi Q7, Range Rover Sport, and a Lexus LS.
Net Worth Before the Big Bang Theory
Jim Parsons grew up in Houston, Texas, and was not from a particularly wealthy family. His parents were both educators, with his mother being a schoolteacher and his father a general contractor. So you can assume their net worth is not more than few tens of thousands of dollars.
Before “The Big Bang Theory” made him a household name, Parsons had a small career in acting, performing in various theater productions and guest-starring in television shows. He was making only $50 per day at that time.
Key Highlights
- Parsons was born on March 24, 1973, in Houston, Texas.
- Attended the University of Houston for his undergraduate degree in theater.
- Earned a Master of Fine Arts from the University of San Diego.
- Began his career with roles in theater and television.
- Gained fame as Sheldon Cooper on “The Big Bang Theory” starting in 2007.
- Won four Primetime Emmy Awards for his role on “The Big Bang Theory.”
- Had a recurring role on the TV show “Judging Amy” before his big break.
- Made his Broadway debut in 2011 in “The Normal Heart.”
- Voiced the character of Oh in the animated film “Home” (2015).
- Known for his philanthropy and activism, including support for LGBTQ+ rights.