The American professional golfer Dustin Johnson’s net worth is estimated to hover around $50 million. And, maximum credit of Johnson’s hefty bank balance goes to his years-long career as a skilled golf player.
So, how is Dustin Johnson’s career as a professional golfer helping him add millions to his net value? Find out below.
Johnson’s Income As A Pro-golfer
Dustin Johnson’s earnings as a golfer is gradually soaring high since he turned pro in 2007 and secured his first PGA Tour event in 2008. Though he was not fully committed to golf in his initial days, he eventually learned the value of hard work later. And, as a result of his dedication to his career, he began winning various tournaments along with pocketing thousands of dollars.
By the end of 2015, Dustin achieved the top 10 in the Official World Golf Ranking. In 2016, he won his first prime championship, and in 2017, he managed to rank himself as, number-one golfer worldwide. With that win, Johnson also earned a title in each of his first ten seasons, a feat previously achieved by Tiger Woods and Jack Nicklaus.
Furthermore, in the later years, Dustin Johnson has accomplished several victories in numerous tournaments, pocketing millions of dollars as cash prizes. In 2020, he won the FedEx Cup, the tour championship, and The Northern Trust, securing his position in the top spot on the world ranking.
Reportedly, Dustin Johnson has amassed more than $70 million in the golf tournaments as prize money. If we take into account the $15 million he received at the 2020 FedEx Cup title, Johnson is the third-highest earning golf star of all-time behind Tiger Woods, winning $120 million and Phil Mickelson winning $92 million. But even if we don’t count FedEx cup money as PGA Tour winnings, he is still the fifth highest-earning golfer in history.
Dustin’s Earnings From High-profile Endorsements And Sponsorships
Dustin Johnson’s net worth also includes the amount he obtains from his endorsements details with various high-profile companies. As mentioned on his official website, he has commanded endorsements with companies like TaylorMade Golf and Adidas, to which he has been loyal for a long time now.
The future son-in-law of the legendary hockey player, Wayne Gretzky, Dustin, recently signed a contract extension with TaylorMade. But, it is unclear how much Johnson’s contract with the company is worth.
Besides, Dustin Johnson’s sponsors are RBC, BodyArmor, NetJets, Perfect Practice, and Hublot. So, according to reports, Johnson makes an estimated $11 million each year from endorsements.
Apart from that, Dustin also rakes in a considerable amount of money as one of the partners of L.A. Golf. It is a brand that makes golf shafts and rose to fame after Bryson DeChambeau began using them.
In addition, there is also news swirling on the internet that Dustin Johnson is teaming up with Wayne Gretzky, Steve Nash, and billionaire Joe Tsai as one of the co-owners of the National Lacrosse League’s new franchise in Las Vegas.
Dustin Johnson’s Real Estates
World’s top golfer, Dustin Johnson reportedly purchased a residence in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida paying $4.95 million in 2015. The 8,000 sq. ft. property, featuring a dock leading to a small but private island, is situated about 80 miles north of Miami.
Similarly, in 2016, Johnson sold an estate in North Palm Beach for $3.825 million. It featured a spa, wine cellar, and a swimming pool and boasted almost 4,500 sq. ft. of living space.
Again in 2017, Johnson and his fiance, Paulina Gretzky, acquired another property in Florida, paying $2.9 million. It was quite a good deal for the couple as the property was initially on sale with a price tag of $4.5 million in 2015.
Moreover, Dustin also had earned a large amount of money selling his Jupiter island property for around $5 million in 2014.
Dustin Johnson’s Foundation And Charities
Also famous by the nickname DJ, Dustin Johnson is the founder of Dustin Johnson Foundation, which he founded in 2010. His foundation aims to support youth initiatives and promote and support college and youth golf programs. It hosts various golf championships yearly and utilizes all funds raised during the events to provide scholarships and equipment to needy youths.
Moreover, Johnson also often competes in multiple charity golf exhibition games to raise funds for various social causes.
