Joey Diaz Net Worth Plummeted in Recent Years

Joey Diaz has a net worth of $1.7 million as of 2024. Joey Diaz earns $500,000 annually through his Comedy shows, podcasts, and television shows, much less than what someone like Bobby Lee is making.

Addictions and Losses

Joe Diaz’s net worth suffered a significant blow as a result of his struggles with cocaine and sexual addictions, which plagued him for three decades before he successfully kicked the habits in 2007.

According to his admission, Diaz expended more than $1 million on these habits. He lost numerous film and television opportunities in his prime years due to these addictions. At one point, comedian Michael Richards has helped him financially.

House

Diaz lives in a modest 3-bedroom house in Los Angeles with his wife and daughter. He bought this property in 1996 for $90,000 and its current value is $250k. Diaz also owns a one-bedroom apartment which he rents out.

Joey Diaz Net Worth 2024 (Forbes)

Net Worth	$1.7 Million
Annual Income	$500,000
Standup Comedy	$20k per show
TV Salary	$25k per episode
Bank Balance	$110,000

Medical Bills

Joey Diaz has undergone a major health intervention after years of struggling with his weight and related medical issues.

Diaz, known for his larger-than-life persona on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast, has reportedly spent over $750,000 on various procedures and hospital stays in recent years due to complications from his obesity.

The 56-year-old comic first began experiencing serious health problems about a decade ago, including sleep apnea, high blood pressure, and joint pain. 

Despite attempts at dieting and exercise, Diaz continued to gain weight, peaking at over 400 pounds at one point.

In a last-ditch effort to regain his health, Diaz recently underwent gastric bypass surgery, a major procedure that reduces the size of the stomach and reroutes the small intestine.

The 6-hour operation cost an estimated $50,000, with additional expenses for pre-and post-operative care.