Net Worth: $130 Million
What Is Blake Shelton’s Net Worth?
Featureflash / depositphotos.comBlake Shelton’s net worth is estimated to be $130 million. The country singer, reality singing competition judge, and entrepreneur began climbing to superstardom in 2001 when his single “Austin” quickly climbed the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart, where it remained at the top for five weeks.
Since 2001, Shelton has proven to be one of the best-selling and most charismatic stars in country music, and his efforts have earned the singer numerous accolades, including multiple Country Music Association Awards, Academy of Country Music Awards, and American Music Awards, among other honors.
Shelton has also expanded his empire, appearing until 2023 on the hit singing competition show “The Voice,” where he served as one of the show’s first and longest-lasting judges.
Here’s how Blake Shelton’s net worth has grown by an astronomical sum of money over the past 23 years.
Blake Shelton Has Sold Millions Of Albums
s_bukley / depositphotos.comBlake Shelton owns an impressive discography that includes 12 studio albums, four extended plays, five compilation albums, and 54 singles (with five featuring him as a guest artist).
The Recording Industry Association of America reports that Shelton has sold 13 million albums and 52 million singles in the United States. He has also secured 14 No. 1 hits on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart. Furthermore, Billboard recognized him as the 31st Top Artist of the 2010s decade.
Here’s how his albums stack up since his first release in 2001.
| Album Name | Release Year | US Sales (RIAA Certifications) | Estimated Worldwide Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blake Shelton | 2001 | Platinum | 1 million |
| The Dreamer | 2003 | Platinum | 1 million |
| Blake Shelton’s Barn & Grill | 2004 | 2x Platinum | 2 million |
| Pure BS | 2007 | Platinum | 1 million |
| Startin’ Fires | 2008 | Gold | 500,000 |
| Red River Blue | 2011 | Platinum | 1 million |
| Cheers, It’s Christmas | 2012 | 2x Platinum | 2 million |
| Based on a True Story… | 2013 | Platinum | 1 million |
| Bringing Back the Sunshine | 2014 | Platinum | 1 million |
| If I’m Honest | 2016 | Platinum | 1 million |
| Texoma Shore | 2017 | Gold | 500,000 |
| Body Language | 2021 | Not yet certified | 500,000 (estimated) |
Based on the size of his catalog and his overall sales, it’s likely that Blake Shelton has earned millions just from physical album sales and digital downloads, even if we assume a very modest 5% royalty on each sale.
Blake Shelton’s Music Has Been Streamed Billions Of Times
s_bukley / depositphotos.comBlake Shelton’s net worth has certainly grown in part because of his streaming success, especially on Spotify. The streaming tracker website Kworb notes that as of February 18, 2024, Blake Shelton has more than four billion streams on Spotify.
| Total | As Lead | Solo | As Feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Streams | 4,048,782,134 | 3,620,910,862 | 2,868,187,364 | 427,871,272 |
| Daily | 1,147,557 | 1,062,965 | 820,108 | 84,592 |
| Tracks | 223 | 199 | 165 | 24 |
Industry estimates have suggested that, on average, each stream on Spotify is worth between $0.003 and $0.005, or $3 million to $5 million for every one billion streams.
Conservatively, Black Shelton’s music on Spotify has earned $12 million, with a ceiling likely closer to $20 million.
While Shelton would only receive a small portion of his streaming revenue from Spotify, it’s likely enough to add more than $1 million to his net worth.
How Much Does Blake Shelton Earn Per Concert?
s_bukley / depositphotos.comWhile we don’t know the total earned per tour, it has been reported that Blake Shelton earns $1 million or more for every concert he performs, according to American Songwriter.
While Shelton would only receive a cut of that revenue after booking fees, agent payouts, and taxes, it’s still likely that he takes home a very nice six-figure paycheck every time he steps on stage.
To give you an idea of how Shelton’s shows are going in recent times, here is the total per-show revenue for his 2023 Honky Tonk Tour.
| Total Tickets Sold | 229,238 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Revenue | $1,287,089 | |||
| Average Tickets Sold | 12,735 | |||
| Average Price | $101.06 | |||
| No. of Shows | 18 | |||
| Total Revenue | $23,167,593 |
The “Back To the Honky Tonk” tour is sure to add a nice amount of money to Blake Shelton’s net worth has he continues to tour throughout all of 2024.
How Much Did Blake Shelton Make On The Voice
s_bukley / depositphotos.comBlake Shelton’s ‘The Voice’ Salary: $13 Million Per Season
Blake Shelton’s initial salary for “The Voice” has never been disclosed; however, in 2016, around the time of season 10, Shelton and NBC agreed on a contract worth $13 million per season, according to The Wrap.
The rapid filming and airing of “The Voice” allows for two seasons to air each year, bringing in $26 million annually for the country crooner.
Shelton left the series in 2023, but not before collecting an estimated $182 million just for his last seven years on the show. Before taxes, management fees, and other expenses, his total pay is likely close to a quarter of a billion dollars.
It was also predicted that Blake Shelton and his now-wife Gwen Stefani would be paid “significant bonuses” to bring their romance front and center to the show. It was reported that their salaries were higher than the show’s other judges because of their relationship.
Blake Shelton’s Endorsement Deals Have Been With Big Companies
As a bell-selling country music superstar and a popular TV show host, Blake Shelton has been able to parlay his celebrity into endorsement deals with some of the country’s biggest and most well-known companies.
We don’t have financial figures available, but we’re going to assume Shelton has made millions from the following partnerships:
- Pizza Hut: Shelton has enjoyed a long-standing partnership with Pizza Hut, appearing in numerous commercials and marketing campaigns since 2008.
- Gildan: In 2015, Shelton signed on as an endorser for Gildan, a leading apparel brand known for its family-focused basics, promoting their comfort and quality.
- Walmart: Shelton teamed up with Walmart in 2012 to launch “Blake Shelton by Magnum,” a clothing line featuring men’s apparel inspired by his style.
- Pepsi: Shelton joined Pepsi in 2013 for their “Live for Now” campaign, appearing in commercials and participating in promotional activities.
- Land’s End: A 2018 collaboration with Land’s End saw Shelton launching a clothing line for both men and women, offering casual and comfortable apparel that reflected his laid-back persona.
- Smithworks Vodka: Shelton became a brand ambassador for Smithworks Vodka in 2019, promoting the brand on social media and participating in marketing events.
- JCPenney: The latest addition to Shelton’s endorsement portfolio is “Home by Blake Shelton,” a collection of home goods launched in 2022 with JCPenney, featuring furniture, décor, and other items inspired by his rustic and relaxed aesthetic.
And we can’t forget Blake Shelton’s T-Mobile Superbowl commercial in 2021. The commercial also featured his wife Gwen Stefani and his former fellow host on “The Voice,” Adam Levine.
Blake Shelton And The Ole Red Entertainment Complexes
everett225 / depositphotos.comBlake Shelton has partnered with Ryman Hospitality Properties, owners of the Grand Ole Opry, to launch a series of restaurants and entertainment complexes called “Ole Red.”
The Ole Red chain brought in $5.4 million in 2023, according to The Sun. There are currently six locations, including one in Las Vegas venue.
Ole Red is currently located in five states, and if you’re lucky, you might even catch Shelton visiting and perhaps even performing at one of his venues, which include live music.
Smithworks Vodka Was Founded By Blake Sheldon And Supported By Pernod-Ricard
Jean_Nelson / depositphotos.comIn 2016, Blake Shelton founded Smithworks, a Vodka made from water from Lake Fort Smith and with corn from Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma. The triple-distilled and charcoal-filtered vodka was supported by Pernod-Ricard, one of the largest alcohol distribution companies in the world.
We’re not sure how much Blake Shelton’s net worth was helped by the Vodka’s sales, and we’re unable to find current information for the product, which still shows up on Pernod-Ricard’s website but is listed as “unavailable” at various online liquor stores.
Who’s Richer: Gwen Stefani Or Blake Shelton?
imagepressagency / depositphotos.comAs of February 2024, Blake Shelton’s superstar wife, Gwen Stefani, has a higher net worth. According to Celebrity Net Worth, she is worth $160 million to Blake Shelton’s $130 million.
Stefani takes the top spot thanks to her time as a best-selling artist, her massively successful Las Vegas residency, her salary as a sometimes judge on “The Voice,” and her clothing and fragrance lines, her cosmetics endorsements, and her own lines of makeup and eyewear.
Blake Shelton’s net worth will continue to increase in 2024 as he tours and releases new music, including the duet Purple Irises, which he released with his wife.
