What Is MLB Star Clayton Kershaw's Net Worth?

Kershaw has won the Cy Young Award three times.

PUBLISHED FEB 22, 2024

Cover Image Source: Clayton Kershaw #22 of the Los Angeles Dodgers | Getty Images | Photo by Michael Owens

Name	Clayton Kershaw
Net Worth	$110 Million
Sources of Income	Baseball
Date of Birth	March 19, 1988
Age	35 years
Gender	Male
Nationality	United States of America
Profession	Baseball Player

Clayton Kershaw's net worth

Clayton Kershaw, a renowned American professional baseball pitcher, began his illustrious Major League Baseball (MLB) career in 2008 and is currently a free agent with an estimated net worth of $110 million. Not only has Kershaw achieved numerous accolades as a pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers, winning multiple Cy Young Awards, but he's also recognized for his philanthropy, earning the Roberto Clemente and Branch Rickey Awards for his significant contributions.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 16: Starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw #22 of the Los Angeles Dodgers throws against the Milwaukee Brewers during the second inning at Dodger Stadium on August 16, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.|Getty Images|Photo by Kevork Djansezian — Starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw #22 of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Getty Images | Photo by Kevork Djansezian

What are Clayton Kershaw’s sources of income?

Clayton Kershaw's journey in baseball started in his teenage years, showcasing exceptional talent in both baseball and varsity football. Drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2006, he quickly ascended to professional stardom. Throughout his career, Kershaw secured substantial income, including a remarkable $275 million from contracts, endorsements, and real estate deals. His endorsements with brands like Hankook Tire, Topps, Wilson Sporting Goods, and Skechers further boosted his earnings, with an estimated $50 million from 2008 to 2022.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 08: Ellen Kershaw and Clayton Kershaw attend Ping Pong 4 Purpose at Dodger Stadium presented by Skechers and UCLA at Dodger Stadium August 08, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.|Getty Images|Photo by Phillip Faraone — Ellen Kershaw and Clayton Kershaw. Getty Images | Photo by Phillip Faraone

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— Clayton Kershaw (@ClaytonKersh22) December 5, 2022

Clayton Kershaw’s personal life

In 2010, Kershaw married his longtime girlfriend, Ellen Melson, and they have four children—Charley, Chance, Cali, and Cooper. The couple, residing in Los Angeles, California, and Texas, is actively involved in charitable endeavors. In 2011, they contributed funds to build an orphanage named Hope's Home in Lusaka, Zambia. The couple's commitment to philanthropy extends through Ellen's book "Arise," generating funds for humanitarian causes.