- Bret Baier is the third richest TV host on Fox News, with a net worth of $72 Million.
- Baier earns a $14 million salary annually under his current employment contract with Fox.
Bret Baier’s salary has increased significantly throughout his career. When he first started, he earned a meager $8,000 per year. When he joined Fox News in 2006, his salary increased to $20,000 per year.
It wasn’t until 2013 that his salary crossed the $1 million mark. Under his current 5-year contract with Fox News, Bret Baier earns $14 million in salary and an additional $2 million in bonus.
Assets Portfolio
Bret Baier is also a passionate horse enthusiast. He owns a 20-acre ranch in Idaho, which he has converted into a stable and training ground for his six racehorses.
All of these horses, he purchased from Bob Baffert. Baier spends $75,000 per month on his horse stable. In addition to his love of horses, Baier is also an avid investor in the stock market.
He has been investing since his college days. Baier currently owns $15 million worth of shares in various companies, including Caterpillar, IBM, Lockheed Martin and PepsiCo.
House
Bret Baier’s $10 million residence in Washington, D.C.’s posh Georgetown neighborhood boasts over 5,000 square feet, featuring six bedrooms and bathrooms, a top-tier kitchen, a home theater, and a pool.
Similarly, Baier’s $5 million vacation home in Florida’s elite Palm Beach spans 3,000 square feet. It houses four bedrooms and bathrooms, a modern kitchen, a home theater, and a pool.
What about his Wife and Children?
Bret Baier’s wife’s name is Amy Baier. Amy is an active philanthropist and has served as the president of the board of directors for the Children’s National Hospital Foundation.
She has also worked with organizations such as the Yellow Ribbon Fund and the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum. The couple got married in 2004 and has two children together.
FAQs
Bret Baier earns $14 million in salary each year.
Yes, Bret Baier is still the anchor of “Special Report with Bret Baier” on Fox News. He has been the anchor of the show since 2009.
With over $40 million salary, Tucker Carlson is the highest earning executive on Fox News.