how much was jimmy kimmel making

Jimmy Kimmel was making approximately $15 to $16 million annually as the host of "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" in 2025. His salary places him among the highest-paid late-night television hosts, with reports indicating about $88,000 earned per episode based on around 170 episodes per season. Additionally, his total annual earnings could reach around $24 million when including bonuses and other income streams. His net worth in 2025 is estimated to be around $50 million.